FAITH ELEMENTARY - 02

Faith Elementary - 02 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Faith School District 46-2 school district, located in Faith, SD with about 64 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 7 teachers, Faith Elementary - 02 has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Faith Elementary School, located in the small, rural community of Faith, South Dakota, serves as a central educational hub for students in the surrounding region. As part of the Faith School District 46-2, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while catering to the specific needs of a tight-knit, agricultural community. By maintaining a smaller student-to-teacher ratio, the school is able to offer a personalized approach to instruction, ensuring that each child receives the attention necessary to succeed in their formative years.

Beyond its focus on core academics, Faith Elementary places a high value on community involvement and character development, reflecting the values of the town it serves. The school integrates modern educational practices with the traditions of its rural setting, preparing students for both future academic challenges and the responsibilities of citizenship. With its commitment to transparency and community engagement, the school acts as an essential pillar of the Faith community, striving to provide a safe, inclusive, and effective learning atmosphere for all its pupils.

For more information, contact Faith Elementary - 02 at (605) 967-2152 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.