Wolsey Wessington School District 02-6

District Overview
Situated in a rural remote setting near the Huron area, the Wolsey Wessington School District 02-6 serves as a vital, independent public education system in Wolsey, South Dakota. Operating out of its primary location at 375 Ash St SE, this active district manages three operational school facilities that provide a continuous educational program spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Designed to serve the academic and developmental needs of local youth, the district delivers a comprehensive, community-focused public education within a close-knit rural environment.

For the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a total student body of 316 enrolled children, maintaining balanced cohort sizes across its elementary, middle, and high school grade levels. This manageable student population benefits from an extensive educator and support network, supported by a full-time equivalent workforce of roughly 106 total staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 51 full-time equivalent teachers, 10 instructional aides, and over 45 support personnel, ensuring a strong staff-to-student presence and personalized guidance. Families and researchers interested in learning more about the district's programs can reach out via their official website or by contacting the main administrative office directly.
3
Total Schools
316
Total Students
51.1
Full-Time Teachers
6.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wolsey Wessington School District 02-6
Demographic Student Count
White284
Hispanic22
Black2
Two or More8
  • White
    284 (89.9%)
  • Hispanic
    22 (7.0%)
  • Two or More
    8 (2.5%)
  • Black
    2 (0.6%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Wolsey Wessington School District 02-6
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
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:316*
Teachers (FTE):51.1*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.2
Schools in Wolsey Wessington School District 02-6
Found 3 Schools