Woonsocket School District 55-4

District Overview
Located at 101 N 2nd Ave in Woonsocket, South Dakota, Woonsocket School District 55-4 is an active, traditional public school system serving families across a remote rural community within the broader Mitchell region. The district operates two school facilities, providing a continuous educational journey that spans from prekindergarten all the way through 12th grade. For the 2024–2025 academic year, the district educates a close-knit student body of 272 learners. This small-town setting allows the district to foster a personalized learning atmosphere, balancing early childhood programs with comprehensive elementary, middle, and high school curricula.

The district's daily operations and academic programs are sustained by a robust, well-rounded staffing structure. With approximately 41 full-time equivalent teachers supported by 8 instructional aides and nearly 39 administrative and support staff members—bringing total staffing to over 87 full-time equivalent positions—Woonsocket School District maintains an exceptionally favorable student-to-teacher ratio. This high level of educator investment ensures that students receive individual guidance and comprehensive support throughout their academic careers. Families, prospective students, and educational researchers looking to learn more can contact the administration directly at (605) 796-4431 or visit the district's official website at woonsocket.k12.sd.us.
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Total Schools
272
Total Students
40.7
Full-Time Teachers
6.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Woonsocket School District 55-4
Demographic Student Count
White245
Hispanic16
Black1
Two or More1
American Indian9
  • White
    245 (90.1%)
  • Hispanic
    16 (5.9%)
  • American Indian
    9 (3.3%)
  • Black
    1 (0.4%)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.4%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Woonsocket School District 55-4
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle0
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:2
Students:272*
Teachers (FTE):40.7*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.7
Schools in Woonsocket School District 55-4
Found 2 Schools