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Pierre, SD vs The Dalles, OR

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Highlights
- The Dalles spends 75.3% more per student than Pierre.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 1.4% higher in The Dalles than in Pierre. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- The Dalles had 9.6% fewer residents who had graduated High School compared to Pierre
 Pierre, SDThe Dalles, ORUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$16,117$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$8,597  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$7,337$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio15.9  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock4494573
 Students per Counselor467  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock5.1%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.3.2%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock86.9%88.9%
 Some College Educ.20.6%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock9.9%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.33.3%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock5.2%9.3%
 Professional Degree2.5%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock2.2%1.5%
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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Reviews for The Dalles    5 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

I've lived in The Dalles for two years and I love it. The community is so kind and eager to get people involved. It's small enough that getting around town is quick and  More

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Over 6 years ago

WE chose TheDalles after living in WA State, Arizona, PA, and Texas over a 45 year span. Small town atmosphere and traffic, one of the BEST libraries in the country,  More

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Over 10 years ago

Fifteen year implant from from Seattle, don't miss the traffic,rain and gloom. Love the sun, water, picturesque views, history, hiking, cycling, small town parades and  More

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