Below Average
#444 of 574 schools in SD
Batesland School - 01
Elementary School · Oglala Lakota County 65-1
PO Box 49, Batesland, SD 57716
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#444 of 574
In Batesland
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Oglala Lakota County 65-1
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Batesland School - 01
Elementary School in Batesland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Oglala Lakota County Virtual High School - 92
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American Horse School
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About Batesland School - 01
Batesland School - 01 is a public elementary school in Batesland, SD, part of Oglala Lakota County 65-1. Batesland School - 01 serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Batesland School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #444 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Batesland School - 01 show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Batesland School - 01 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Batesland School - 01 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Batesland School - 01 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
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Batesland School - 01 — Students at Batesland School - 01 score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.2/10.
How Batesland School - 01 Compares
See how Batesland School - 01 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 49, Batesland, SD 57716
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Batesland School - 01 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELE-RUSHVILLE (rated 7.0/10, 33.8 miles away, in nearby Rushville), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKOTA WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Kyle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELEM-GORDON (rated 6.0/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Gordon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Batesland, see our Batesland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 37.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oglala Lakota County Virtual High School - 92 Batesland | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| American Horse School Allen | 13.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Pahin Sinte Owayawa Porcupine | 14.3 mi | 4.8 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES ELEMENTARY Porcupine | 14.4 mi | 5.9 |
| LAKOTA WALDORF SCHOOL Kyle | 18.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Little Wound School Kyle | 21.0 mi | — |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Gordon | 22.3 mi | 7.5 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELEM-GORDON Gordon | 22.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Bennett County Elementary School - 03 Martin | 18.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Lakota Tech High School - 10 Batesland | 19.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Wolf Creek School - 02 Pine Ridge | 19.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Bennett County Middle School - 06 Martin | 18.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Bennett County High School - 01 Martin | 18.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Wounded Knee District School Manderson | 19.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Pine Ridge School Pine Ridge | 24.8 mi | — |
| RED CLOUD INDIAN SCHOOL Pine Ridge | 24.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Rockyford School - 03 Porcupine | 31.4 mi | 4.5 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rushville | 33.8 mi | 5.6 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELE-RUSHVILLE Rushville | 33.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Crazy Horse School Wanblee | 37.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57716 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,964
Population
381
College Educated
37.6%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
47
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lyman Elementary - 04 Kennebec, SD | 4.9 |
| Philip Elementary - 02 Philip, SD | 4.9 |
| Summit Elementary - 02 Summit, SD | 5.0 |
| Deubrook Elementary - 03 Toronto, SD | 4.8 |
| Pahin Sinte Owayawa Porcupine, SD | 4.8 |
| South Canyon Elementary - 15 Rapid City, SD | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Batesland School - 01
What grades does Batesland School - 01 serve?
Batesland School - 01 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Batesland School - 01?
Batesland School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Batesland School - 01?
The student-teacher ratio at Batesland School - 01 is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Batesland School - 01 rank in SD?
Batesland School - 01 ranks #444 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Batesland School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?
Batesland School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Batesland School - 01?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Batesland School - 01 has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Batesland School - 01 a charter school?
No, Batesland School - 01 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Batesland School - 01 a Title I school?
No, Batesland School - 01 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Batesland School - 01?
100.0% of students at Batesland School - 01 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Oglala Lakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.3%
- Phone
- (605) 454-4210
Resources & Links
District
Oglala Lakota County 65-1- District Enrollment
- 1,853
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,648
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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