HE DOG ELEMENTARY - 05

He Dog Elementary - 05 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Todd County School District 66-1 school district, located in Parmelee, SD with about 139 students offering grade levels from 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 9 teachers, He Dog Elementary - 05 has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

He Dog Elementary, located in Parmelee, South Dakota, is a school within the Todd County School District, situated on the Rosebud Indian Reservation. Serving a predominantly Native American student population, the school plays a critical role in the local community by fostering an environment that integrates academic learning with the cultural heritage of the Sicangu Lakota Oyate. The school is named in honor of Chief He Dog, a prominent Oglala Lakota leader, reflecting the community’s deep connection to its history and traditions.

As part of a district serving a geographically vast and often underserved area, He Dog Elementary focuses on providing foundational education while addressing the specific socio-economic needs of its students. The school environment typically emphasizes supportive relationships between staff, students, and families, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional classroom instruction and the cultural values of the Lakota people. Through its curriculum and community outreach, the school strives to empower its students to succeed both within their home reservation and in the wider world.

For more information, contact He Dog Elementary - 05 at (605) 747-2438 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.