Irene Junior High School serves 28 students in grades 7-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the South Dakota state average of 32% (majority American Indian).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
28 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
96%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Irene - Wakonda School District 13-3
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Irene Junior High School?
28 students attend Irene Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Irene Junior High School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irene Junior High School?
Irene Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Irene Junior High School offer ?
Irene Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Irene Junior High School part of?
Irene Junior High School is part of Irene - Wakonda School District 13-3.
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