Hill City School District 51-2

Located at 488 Main St in Hill City, South Dakota, Hill City School District 51-2 operates as an open, traditional public school district serving the surrounding rural community within the broader Rapid City region. Across three operational school facilities, the district delivers a continuous educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. The district currently serves a total student body of 520 pupils, maintaining a balanced distribution across all grade levels with 265 female and 255 male students. Its close-knit setting fosters an accessible learning environment tailored to the needs of families living in the Black Hills area.

To effectively guide and nurture its learner population, the district maintains a robust workforce consisting of over 155 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 72 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, supported by 18 instructional aides and more than 65 support staff personnel who manage campus operations, student services, and administration. The student body reflects a diverse community context, comprising 371 White, 93 Hispanic, 30 multi-racial, 18 American Indian, and 8 Asian students. Community members, prospective families, and educational researchers can learn more about the district's programs by reaching out via telephone at (605) 574-3030 or visiting their official website at hillcity.k12.sd.us.