Lyman School District 42-1

District Overview
Located in Presho, South Dakota, at 201 S Birch Ave, Lyman School District 42-1 operates as an active, independent public school system serving a remote rural community. Operating three school facilities across the region, the district offers a complete academic continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. With a total enrollment of 335 students—comprising 181 male and 154 female learners—the district reflects a vibrant local community, with notable representation among White (190) and American Indian (124) students, as well as students of two or more races. This small, cohesive student body allows the district to cultivate supportive learning environments where personal attention and community connection are deeply valued.

To support its student body, the district relies on a substantial workforce totaling over 129 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated staff includes nearly 69 full-time equivalent teachers, over 10 instructional aides, and 50 support staff members, providing a strong ratio of educators and professionals to guide students through every stage of their development. From early childhood programming through high school graduation preparation, Lyman School District 42-1 remains committed to maintaining quality public education throughout its rural service area. Parents, students, and researchers looking to learn more can visit the district's web portal at www.lyman.k12.sd.us or contact the main office at (605) 895-2579.
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Total Schools
335
Total Students
68.8
Full-Time Teachers
4.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lyman School District 42-1
Demographic Student Count
White190
Two or More21
American Indian124
  • White
    190 (56.7%)
  • American Indian
    124 (37.0%)
  • Two or More
    21 (6.3%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Lyman School District 42-1
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:3
Students:335*
Teachers (FTE):68.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:4.9
Schools in Lyman School District 42-1
Found 3 Schools