Little Eagle School serves 67 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10%
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Eagle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Little Eagle School's student population of 67 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Home of the Eagles
School Rankings
The diversity score of Little Eagle School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
31%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Little Eagle School?
67 students attend Little Eagle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Little Eagle School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little Eagle School?
Little Eagle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Little Eagle School offer ?
Little Eagle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Little Eagle School part of?
Little Eagle School is part of Little Eagle School District.
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