Sturgis Academy serves 50 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 was higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 6% 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 9-12
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (01-02)
16%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Sturgis Academy?
50 students attend Sturgis Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sturgis Academy students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sturgis Academy?
Sturgis Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sturgis Academy offer ?
Sturgis Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sturgis Academy part of?
Sturgis Academy is part of Meade School District 46-1.
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