Takini School serves 160 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Takini School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Takini School's student population of 160 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 87% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Motto
'Woonspe Okolakiciay' (A Learning Place for the Success of All)
School Rankings
The diversity score of Takini School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
31%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Takini School?
The graduation rate of Takini School is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Takini School?
160 students attend Takini School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Takini School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Takini School?
Takini School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Takini School offer ?
Takini School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Takini School part of?
Takini School is part of Takini School District.
School Reviews
5 3/8/2024
Takini School is growing academically and artistically. Its classrooms are conducive to learning as well as the teachers are very hardworking.
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