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Bear Valley Springs, CA vs Pierre, SD

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- Pierre spends 39.5% less per student than Bear Valley Springs.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 29.7% lower in Pierre than in Bear Valley Springs. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Pierre had 0.9% fewer residents who had graduated High School compared to Bear Valley Springs
 Bear Valley Springs, CAPierre, SDUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$9,193$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$12,833  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$5,184$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio22.63  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock17734573
 Students per Counselor764  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock0.5%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.1.6%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock96.2%88.9%
 Some College Educ.26.2%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock10.9%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.38.6%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock6.3%9.3%
 Professional Degree0.7%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock0.8%1.5%
Reviews for Bear Valley Springs    1 Reviews

Just moved up here this year, only place with the perfect weather and wildlife, endless amenities, from indoor equestrian to great golf course and rifle range..love the  More

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Reviews for Pierre    4 Reviews

Since coming here, I have gone through cabin fever several times. The State of South Dakota capitol is located here and has stressed it's need to lure professionals to  More

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I love Pierre. It is simply gorgeous in all seasons. In summer I can take quiet, late night walks in the cooler hours without fear. There are quite a few small  More

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Over 16 years ago

Pierre is safe and great for kids, but has no restaurants or activities to do. The town is operated by a few wealthy families that keep large good paying comapanies out.  More

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