Academic Program

Academic Program in Yankton, SD, serves 46 co–ed students in grades 6 through 12 within a rural community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with 7 total teachers supporting its enrollment.
Approximately 22% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity in this rural alternative school.
Academic Program is nonsectarian and operates without affiliation to any membership association.
Yankton families seeking a rural South Dakota alternative school for middle and high school grades can consider this small enrollment option.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 6-12

Student Body

Total Students
46 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academic Program Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Academic Program?
The application deadline for Academic Program is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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