KNOLLWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY - 08

Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rapid City Area School District 51-4 school district, located in Rapid City, SD with about 451 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 32 teachers, Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 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.

Knollwood Heights Elementary is a public school located in Rapid City, South Dakota, serving students as part of the Rapid City Area School District. Situated in the Knollwood neighborhood, the school is committed to providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and community engagement. As a neighborhood school, it plays an active role in the local area, striving to create a welcoming environment where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive through inclusive instruction and structured support systems.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Rapid City Area Schools, focusing on preparing students for future academic success by fostering critical thinking and essential literacy and numeracy skills. Beyond the core curriculum, Knollwood Heights emphasizes the importance of a positive school culture, encouraging student participation in various programs that support character development. Families interested in the latest school news, enrollment details, or academic resources can find comprehensive information through the district’s official website at http://www.rcas.org.

For more information, contact Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 at (605) 394-1851 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.