Florence School District 14-1

Located at 515 Main Ave in Florence, South Dakota, Florence School District 14-1 is an active, independent public school system serving a rural remote community within the broader Watertown region. Operating three academic facilities, the district delivers a comprehensive educational experience spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The student body consists of 352 enrolled learners—including 181 female and 171 male students—who benefit from small, close-knit class sizes across all grade levels. This tight-knit environment allows the district to foster individualized attention while maintaining a supportive setting for early childhood, elementary, and secondary education.

To ensure high-quality instruction and smooth daily operations, the district is supported by a robust professional workforce. The instructional team includes approximately 48 full-time equivalent teachers complemented by 12 instructional aides, creating favorable educator-to-student ratios that enhance individual learning experiences. An additional 48 support staff members help maintain district infrastructure, bringing the total operational workforce to nearly 109 full-time equivalent personnel. Through this balanced combination of dedicated teaching staff, robust support services, and strong community roots, Florence School District 14-1 offers a well-resourced academic environment designed to help every student succeed.