Westside Elementary - 03
395 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
School Overview
Westside Elementary School, located in Sisseton, South Dakota, serves as a primary educational institution within the Sisseton School District. Situated at 320 W Walnut, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of its elementary-age students. As part of the broader Sisseton community, the school works to prepare its learners for future success by providing foundational instruction across essential subjects, while often integrating the unique cultural values and history prevalent in the region.
The school operates under the guidance of the Sisseton School District, which emphasizes community involvement and comprehensive support for its student body. Families and community members interested in learning more about the school’s curriculum, upcoming events, or administrative policies can access additional information through the official district website at http://www.sisseton.k12.sd.us. Through this platform, Westside Elementary maintains transparent communication with parents to ensure that the educational needs of all students are met within a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
The school operates under the guidance of the Sisseton School District, which emphasizes community involvement and comprehensive support for its student body. Families and community members interested in learning more about the school’s curriculum, upcoming events, or administrative policies can access additional information through the official district website at http://www.sisseton.k12.sd.us. Through this platform, Westside Elementary maintains transparent communication with parents to ensure that the educational needs of all students are met within a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
395
Total Students
29.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 76 |
| Hispanic | 42 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 75 |
| American Indian | 201 |
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American Indian201 (50.9 %)
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White76 (19.2 %)
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Two or More75 (19.0 %)
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Hispanic42 (10.6 %)
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Asian1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Sisseton School District 54-2 |
| Phone: | (605)698-7613 |
| Website: | http://www.sisseton.k12.sd.us |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 4th |
| Total Students: | 395 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 29.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 232 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 49 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
20
Kindergarten
93
Grade 1
74
Grade 2
60
Grade 3
72
Grade 4
76
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 20 |
| Kindergarten | 93 |
| Grade 1 | 74 |
| Grade 2 | 60 |
| Grade 3 | 72 |
| Grade 4 | 76 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 179 | 45.3% |
| Male | 216 | 54.7% |