Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills Elementary - 09
2 Students
Middle School 4th - 8th
School Overview
Based on the location and official school district data, here is a summary of the school:
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills (part of the Spearfish School District 40-2) is a specialized educational program situated at the Canyon Hills elementary site in Spearfish, South Dakota. The academy is designed to offer an alternative, highly structured learning environment that caters to students who may benefit from a more personalized or non-traditional approach to their education. By integrating academic rigor with focused student support, the program aims to ensure that participants stay on track toward meeting state standards while addressing their individual social and emotional development needs.
The school operates within the broader framework of the Spearfish School District, leveraging the resources and community connection of the local educational system while maintaining a unique focus on student success outside of a conventional classroom setting. By providing a smaller, more intimate school climate, Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills works to foster stronger relationships between students and educators. This setting is intended to help students overcome barriers to learning, improve attendance, and build the foundational skills necessary for success in their future academic or professional endeavors.
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills (part of the Spearfish School District 40-2) is a specialized educational program situated at the Canyon Hills elementary site in Spearfish, South Dakota. The academy is designed to offer an alternative, highly structured learning environment that caters to students who may benefit from a more personalized or non-traditional approach to their education. By integrating academic rigor with focused student support, the program aims to ensure that participants stay on track toward meeting state standards while addressing their individual social and emotional development needs.
The school operates within the broader framework of the Spearfish School District, leveraging the resources and community connection of the local educational system while maintaining a unique focus on student success outside of a conventional classroom setting. By providing a smaller, more intimate school climate, Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills works to foster stronger relationships between students and educators. This setting is intended to help students overcome barriers to learning, improve attendance, and build the foundational skills necessary for success in their future academic or professional endeavors.
2
Total Students
3.3
Full-Time Teachers
0.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White1 (50.0 %)
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American Indian1 (50.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Spearfish School District 40-2 |
| Phone: | (605)717-1229 |
| Grade Range: | 4th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 2 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 3.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 0.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 8
2
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 8 | 2 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1 | 50% |
| Male | 1 | 50% |
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