Our Lady of Lourdes School is located in Porcupine, South Dakota, on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
We are a Kindergarten through Eighth Grade school with about 150 students.
We are a part of the Red Cloud Indian School System, and have served the Lakota people in Porcupine since 1931.
Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School provides a comprehensive, challenging, and relevant curriculum for each student that fulfills our mission and philosophy.
Our curriculum enables students to effectively progress in their academic potential, to achieve Red Cloud's curriculum standards, and to be prepared for success at the high school level.
The mission of our Lady of Lourdes School is to provide an excellent holistic education in partnership with the parents and community according to Christian and Lakota values.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Lourdes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
97 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Our Lady of Lourdes School is located in Porcupine, South Dakota, on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. We are a Kindergarten through Eighth Grade school with about 150 students. We are a part of the Red Cloud Indian School System, and have served the Lakota people in Porcupine since 1931. Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School provides a comprehensive, challenging, and relevant curriculum for each student that fulfills our mission and philosophy. Our curriculum enables students to effectively progress in their academic potential, to achieve Red Cloud's curriculum standards, and to be prepared for success at the high school level. The mission of our Lady of Lourdes School is to provide an excellent holistic education in partnership with the parents and community according to Christian and Lakota values.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes Elementary School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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