HILLSIDE COLONY HIGH SCHOOL - 07

Hillside Colony High School - 07 is a Title I public high school that is part of the Doland School District 56-2 school district, located in Doland, SD with about 17 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 2 teachers, Hillside Colony High School - 07 has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Hillside Colony High School (07) is a small, specialized educational institution located in Doland, South Dakota. As part of the Doland School District, the school is specifically designed to serve the needs of students living within the local Hutterite colony. Because of this unique setting, the school operates with a focused mission to provide essential core curriculum and vocational training that aligns with both state academic standards and the cultural values of the community it serves.

The school functions as a community-centered learning environment, often characterized by smaller class sizes and personalized instruction. By leveraging the resources of the Doland School District, Hillside Colony High School ensures that its students have access to necessary educational materials and technology while maintaining the close-knit, traditional atmosphere of a colony-based school. It represents a specialized segment of South Dakota’s public education system, prioritizing accessibility and educational continuity for students in a rural, communal setting.

For more information, contact Hillside Colony High School - 07 at (605) 635-6302 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.