Isna Wica Owayawa serves 272 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Isna Wica Owayawa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Isna Wica Owayawa's student population of 272 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Isna Wica Owayawa is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
99%
31%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Isna Wica Owayawa?
272 students attend Isna Wica Owayawa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Isna Wica Owayawa students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Isna Wica Owayawa?
Isna Wica Owayawa has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Isna Wica Owayawa offer ?
Isna Wica Owayawa offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Isna Wica Owayawa part of?
Isna Wica Owayawa is part of Isna Wica Owayawa School District.
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