Below Average

#479 of 574 schools in SD

Armour Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Armour School District 21-1

PO Box 640, Armour, SD 57313

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

118

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

118

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#479 of 574

In Armour

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Armour School District 21-1

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Armour Elementary - 02

Armour Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Armour, SD, part of Armour School District 21-1. Armour Elementary - 02 serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Armour Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #479 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Armour Elementary - 02 show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below SD schools

4.4

This school 4.4 · Below Average
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 118 students, Armour Elementary - 02 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Armour Elementary - 02 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-4.4 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics5.7Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-3.2 pts

Adjusted Percentile39th

Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,941

Chronic Absenteeism8.5%

Armour Elementary - 02 — Students at Armour Elementary - 02 score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 63.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2010

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2011

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2012

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2014

Math

69.5%

ELA

49.5%

2015

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2016

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2017

Math

54.5%

ELA

54.5%

2018

Math

44.5%

ELA

44.5%

2019

Math

44.5%

ELA

44.5%

2020*

Math

44.5%

ELA

44.5%

2021*

Math

44.5%

ELA

44.5%

2022

Math

44.5%

ELA

44.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.

How Armour Elementary - 02 Compares

See how Armour Elementary - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.4/10

17th percentile in SD

Academic

5.7/10

Average

Growth

2.2/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

8.0/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

28%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

8 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

8.5%

Location

PO Box 640, Armour, SD 57313

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Armour Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Corsica-Stickney Elementary - 02 (rated 8.7/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Stickney), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wagner Elementary - 02 (rated 7.3/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Wagner), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parkston Elementary - 02 (rated 7.2/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Parkston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Armour, see our Armour schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Armour Middle School - 03 Armour	0.0 mi	54	4.5
Armour High School - 01 Armour	0.0 mi	52	7.7
Corsica-Stickney Jr. High - 03 Corsica	7.6 mi	64	7.0
Corsica-Stickney High School - 01 Corsica	7.6 mi	67	9.2
Lakeview Colony Elementary - 05 Lake Andes	9.0 mi	25	—
Greenwood Colony Elementary - 05 Tripp	12.5 mi	3	—
Andes Central Elementary - 02 Lake Andes	14.5 mi	179	5.9
Andes Central High School - 01 Lake Andes	14.5 mi	62	6.9
Andes Central Middle School - 04 Lake Andes	14.5 mi	56	5.1
Wagner Elementary - 02 Wagner	16.7 mi	323	7.3
Wagner High School - 01 Wagner	16.7 mi	189	7.9
Wagner Middle School - 03 Wagner	16.7 mi	274	5.9
Early Learning Center - 04 Wagner	16.7 mi	114	4.8
Clearfield Colony Elementary - 07 Tripp	16.0 mi	22	—
Corsica-Stickney Elementary - 02 Stickney	19.1 mi	136	8.7
DAKOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corsica	16.4 mi	98	7.1
Marty Indian School Marty	22.8 mi	245	—
Parkston Elementary - 02 Parkston	19.4 mi	288	7.2
Parkston High School - 01 Parkston	19.4 mi	123	8.2
Parkston Middle School - 05 Parkston	19.4 mi	90	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57313 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,865

Median Home Value

$106,900

Median Rent

$806/mo

Population

1,189

College Educated

25.6%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

25.1%

Median Age

44.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Armour Elementary - 02

What grades does Armour Elementary - 02 serve?

Armour Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Armour Elementary - 02?

Armour Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 118 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Armour Elementary - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Armour Elementary - 02 is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Armour Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Armour Elementary - 02 ranks #479 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Armour Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Armour Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Armour Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Armour Elementary - 02 has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Armour Elementary - 02 a charter school?

No, Armour Elementary - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Armour Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

No, Armour Elementary - 02 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Armour Elementary - 02?

28.0% of students at Armour Elementary - 02 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.