DAKOTA PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY - 07

Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Brookings School District 05-1 school district, located in Brookings, SD with about 463 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Dakota Prairie Elementary is a public school located in Brookings, South Dakota, serving as part of the Brookings School District. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school fosters a supportive learning environment tailored to the needs of its elementary-age population. It is recognized for being a community-centered institution that emphasizes foundational education while encouraging students to explore their interests through a diverse range of classroom activities.

The school is dedicated to preparing students for future success by integrating technology, literacy, and social-emotional learning into its curriculum. By maintaining close ties with the Brookings community and providing a structured, inclusive atmosphere, Dakota Prairie Elementary strives to help every student reach their full potential. Parents and community members can find additional information regarding school policies, events, and academic calendars on the official Brookings School District website at http://www.brookings.k12.sd.us.

For more information, contact Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 at (605) 696-4900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

111 26th St S
Brookings, SD 57006
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DAKOTA PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY - 07 is a public Title I school in Brookings, SD with about 463 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Dakota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
463
Teachers:
33.6
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 463 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DAKOTA PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY - 07 is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.

White
84.4%
Two or more races
5.2%
Hispanic/Latino
4.8%
Black or African American
2.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.7%
Asian
1.1%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.