RED SHIRT SCHOOL - 04

Red Shirt School - 04 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oglala Lakota County School District 65-1 school district, located in Hermosa, SD with about 88 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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, Red Shirt School - 04 has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Red Shirt School, located in the remote Red Shirt Village of Hermosa, South Dakota, is part of the Oglala Lakota County School District (OLCSD). Situated on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, the school serves as a vital educational and cultural hub for the local Lakota community. Because of its geographic isolation, the school plays a central role in the lives of its students, often functioning as a cornerstone for community engagement and support in a region that faces significant socioeconomic challenges.

The school’s curriculum is deeply rooted in the preservation and promotion of Lakota language, history, and traditions, integrating these cultural elements into the standard academic framework. As part of the Oglala Lakota County School District, the institution is committed to academic growth while fostering an environment that respects and celebrates the heritage of its students. By providing a localized educational experience, Red Shirt School strives to prepare its youth for future success while maintaining a strong connection to their identity and ancestral lands.

For more information, contact Red Shirt School - 04 at (605) 255-4859 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.