Newell School District 09-2

District Overview
Located at 501 Dartmouth Ave in Newell, South Dakota, Newell School District 09-2 is an active, independent public school system serving a remote rural community. The district provides a seamless educational pathway from prekindergarten through 12th grade across three operational school facilities. With a total enrollment of 230 students—comprising 118 female and 112 male learners—the district offers a close-knit learning atmosphere. Its student body brings together a mix of backgrounds, including White, American Indian, Hispanic, Black, Asian, and multiracial students, fostering a supportive community environment across elementary, middle, and high school grade levels.

A defining characteristic of the Newell School District is its robust staffing context and dedication to individual student attention. The district maintains approximately 41 full-time equivalent teachers alongside 11 instructional aides and over 45 dedicated support staff members, bringing its total operational workforce to nearly 98 professionals. This strong educator-to-student balance allows for personalized instruction, small class sizes, and tailored academic guidance throughout a student's academic journey. For parents, prospective families, and researchers seeking additional information regarding academic programs and administrative services, Newell School District 09-2 can be reached directly at (605) 456-2393 or by visiting their official website at www.newell.k12.sd.us.
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Total Schools
230
Total Students
41.2
Full-Time Teachers
5.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Newell School District 09-2
Demographic Student Count
White208
Hispanic5
Black4
Asian1
Two or More5
American Indian7
  • White
    208 (90.4%)
  • American Indian
    7 (3.0%)
  • Hispanic
    5 (2.2%)
  • Two or More
    5 (2.2%)
  • Black
    4 (1.7%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Newell School District 09-2
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:230*
Teachers (FTE):41.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.6
Schools in Newell School District 09-2
Found 3 Schools