Kimball School District 07-2
School District · Kimball, South Dakota
Avg Rating
7.4
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,655
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Avg Rating
7.4
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,655
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Evaluating Kimball School District 07-2?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Kimball School District 07-2 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Kimball Elementary - 02
Kimball · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Kimball High School - 01
Kimball · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Kimball Middle School - 04
Kimball · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
South Dakota rank
#29 of 142
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.2
above South Dakota avg
Per-pupil spending
$11,655
$1,015 vs South Dakota median
District size
363 students
Typical than South Dakota median
The short answer
Kimball School District 07-2 ranks #29 of 142 South Dakota districts by overall school rating. Kimball School District 07-2's schools with real test data average 7.4/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Kimball Elementary - 02 (8.2/10), Kimball High School - 01 (8.1/10), and Kimball Middle School - 04 (6.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Kimball School District 07-2
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kimball Elementary - 02 | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Kimball High School - 01 | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Kimball Middle School - 04 | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Grass Ranch Colony Elementary - 13 | 6.6 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Kimball School District 07-2
Kimball School District 07-2 is a Kimball, South Dakota school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 363 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1. The district invests $11,655 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.4/10, Kimball School District 07-2 is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Kimball Elementary - 02, which has a composite score of 8.2/10.
In standardized testing, Kimball School District 07-2 students show an average math proficiency of 64.9% and ELA proficiency of 60.4%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Kimball School District 07-2, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Kimball School District 07-2 with test data.
Schools in Kimball School District 07-2
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
District Details
- State
- South Dakota
- City
- Kimball
- Total Enrollment
- 363
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Kimball School District 07-2?
Kimball School District 07-2 has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Kimball School District 07-2?
The average composite rating for Kimball School District 07-2 is 7.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Kimball School District 07-2?
Kimball School District 07-2 spends $11,655 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kimball School District 07-2?
The average student-teacher ratio in Kimball School District 07-2 is 12.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Kimball School District 07-2?
Kimball Elementary - 02 is the highest-rated school in Kimball School District 07-2 with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What are the test scores in Kimball School District 07-2?
Across schools in Kimball School District 07-2 with test data, the average math proficiency is 64.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 60.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Kimball School District 07-2 compare to other districts in South Dakota?
Kimball School District 07-2 has an average school rating of 7.4/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in South Dakota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 64.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 60.4%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, South Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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