Mitchell School District 17-2

Headquartered at 800 W 10th Ave in Mitchell, South Dakota, Mitchell School District 17-2 is an active, comprehensive public school system dedicated to serving the surrounding community. Situated in a remote town geographic setting, the district operates nine open schools that provide complete educational pathways spanning kindergarten through 12th grade. Across these elementary, middle, and high school programs, the district serves a total student population of 2,619 learners. The student body is balanced between 1,327 female and 1,292 male students, representing a diverse mix of backgrounds that includes 2,005 White, 287 Hispanic, 181 American Indian, 111 multiracial, 19 Asian, and 16 Black students.

To maintain a robust educational and operational environment across its nine campuses, Mitchell School District 17-2 maintains a full-time equivalent (FTE) workforce of approximately 781 staff members. Direct classroom instruction is anchored by nearly 391 FTE teachers, supported by approximately 84 FTE instructional aides who assist with individualized student learning. The district's day-to-day operations, facilities, and student services are further sustained by more than 306 FTE support staff personnel. As a central educational pillar for families in the region, the district provides structured primary and secondary schooling, with further information and resources accessible directly through its administrative office at (605) 995-3010 or via its web portal at mitchell.k12.sd.us.