Oelrichs School District 23-3

Oelrichs School District 23-3 is an active, standalone public school district located at 214 West 7th Street in the remote rural town of Oelrichs, South Dakota. Serving a complete educational continuum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade across three operational schools, the district provides a close-knit, community-focused learning environment. Operating independently outside of a supervisory union, Oelrichs offers a steady, continuous academic pathway designed to guide students from early childhood development through high school graduation within the serene landscape of Fall River County.

The district enrolls a compact student body of 124 pupils—65 female and 59 male—characterized by a rich cultural heritage, where American Indian students represent the vast majority of the student population alongside White, Hispanic, and Asian peers. Supported by an impressive staffing model, the district employs nearly 30 full-time equivalent teachers and almost 28 full-time equivalent support personnel, creating a total team of over 58 dedicated professionals. This remarkable staffing context yields an extraordinary student-to-teacher ratio of approximately four to one, allowing Oelrichs School District to deliver highly personalized instruction, robust mentorship, and tailored support for every learner.