DOLAND JR. HIGH - 02

Doland Jr. High - 02 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Doland School District 56-2 school district, located in Doland, SD with about 13 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade 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 2 teachers, Doland Jr. High - 02 has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. 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.

Doland Jr. High (part of the Doland School District 02) is a small public educational institution located in the rural community of Doland, South Dakota. Serving students at the junior high level, the school functions as a core component of a close-knit, community-focused district. Given its location in a sparsely populated region, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to learning, leveraging its small size to foster strong relationships between students, staff, and the local community.

The school operates with a focus on providing foundational academic preparation and extracurricular opportunities within a supportive, traditional environment. As a district-run facility, it maintains a digital presence through its official website, which serves as a central hub for families to access academic calendars, school policies, and updates regarding district activities. Despite its rural setting, Doland Jr. High remains committed to upholding the educational standards of the South Dakota public school system while addressing the specific needs of its local student population.

For more information, contact Doland Jr. High - 02 at (605) 635-6241 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.