Alternative Program serves 18 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment was 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
18 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
15 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
17%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
78%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (03-04)
48%
21%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alternative Program?
18 students attend Alternative Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Alternative Program students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Alternative Program offer ?
Alternative Program offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Alternative Program part of?
Alternative Program is part of Black Hills Special Services Cooperative School District.
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