Summary:
Wakonda, South Dakota is home to a single elementary school, Irene-Wakonda Elementary, which serves grades PK-6 and is part of the Irene-Wakonda School District 13-3. The school has seen its statewide ranking drop from 96th out of 202 schools in 2021-2022 to 161st out of 201 schools in 2023-2024, indicating a decline in performance relative to other elementary schools in South Dakota.
Irene-Wakonda Elementary's academic performance is a concern, with proficiency rates in ELA, Math, and Science all significantly below the state averages. Despite this, the school spends a relatively high amount per student at $14,317. The school's free/reduced lunch rate of 27.78% is lower than one might expect given the academic challenges, suggesting the school may serve a more economically advantaged population than the district or state as a whole.
As a small school with only 162 students, Irene-Wakonda Elementary faces unique challenges in serving its community. Understanding the root causes of the school's academic underperformance and identifying opportunities for improvement should be a key focus for the school district and local stakeholders.
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