Total enrollment
426
-9 (-2%) vs SY 2017-18
3 schools in Fort Pierre
South Dakota · Public K-12
The Fort Pierre public-school footprint covers 3 campuses and about 426 K-12 students, with an average school size near 142.
7-year change in Fort Pierre
SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
| Name | Level | Grades | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley County Elementary - 08 | Elementary | KG-05 | 178 |
| Stanley County High School - 01 | High | 09-12 | 142 |
| Stanley County Middle School - 02 | Middle | 06-08 | 106 |
About Fort Pierre
Public education in Fort Pierre, South Dakota runs across 3 schools that enrolls roughly 426 students. By footprint, Fort Pierre sits in the sparse bracket.
Looking at the level breakdown, the city is made up of 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.
Schools in Fort Pierre average about 142 students each, 32% lower than the South Dakota norm.
Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 426 students, held roughly steady from the 435 reported in SY 2017-18.
In the discussion threads here, the community for Fort Pierre discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.