Excellent
#2 of 574 schools in SD
Top 1% in state
Big Stone City Elementary - 01
Elementary School · Big Stone City School District 25-1
655 Walnut St, Big Stone City, SD 57216
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#2 of 574
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Big Stone City Elementary - 01
Elementary School in Big Stone City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Big Stone City Elementary - 01
Big Stone City Elementary - 01 is a public elementary school in Big Stone City, SD, part of Big Stone City School District 25-1. Big Stone City Elementary - 01 serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Big Stone City Elementary - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Big Stone City Elementary - 01 show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 57 students, Big Stone City Elementary - 01 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Big Stone City Elementary - 01 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Big Stone City Elementary - 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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Big Stone City Elementary - 01 — Students at Big Stone City Elementary - 01 score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Big Stone City Elementary - 01 Compares
See how Big Stone City Elementary - 01 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
655 Walnut St, Big Stone City, SD 57216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Stone City Elementary - 01 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHOKIO-ALBERTA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 23.8 miles away, in nearby Chokio), a more accessible option. Another option is Milbank Elementary - 03 (rated 7.5/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Milbank), a more accessible option. Additionally, KNOLL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Ortonville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Big Stone City, see our Big Stone City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Big Stone City Middle School - 03 Big Stone City | 0.0 mi | — |
| ORTONVILLE SECONDARY Ortonville | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| KNOLL ELEMENTARY Ortonville | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Pre-K - 5th Grade Building Clinton | 11.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Lismore Colony Elementary Clinton | 10.4 mi | — |
| Lismore Colony Senior High School Clinton | 10.4 mi | — |
| Milbank High School - 01 Milbank | 9.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Milbank Middle School - 02 Milbank | 9.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Milbank Elementary - 03 Milbank | 9.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL Milbank | 9.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Blue Sky Colony - 04 Revillo | 13.9 mi | — |
| Big Stone Colony Elementary Clinton | 16.1 mi | — |
| Big Stone Colony High School Clinton | 16.1 mi | — |
| 6-12th Grade Building Graceville | 19.0 mi | 8.1 |
| MADISON-MARIETTA-NASSAU ELEMENTARY Madison | 23.7 mi | 6.7 |
| CHOKIO-ALBERTA SECONDARY Chokio | 23.8 mi | 6.2 |
| CHOKIO-ALBERTA ELEMENTARY Chokio | 23.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Wilmot Elementary - 02 Wilmot | 20.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Wilmot High School - 01 Wilmot | 20.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Wilmot Middle School - 03 Wilmot | 20.5 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,417
Median Home Value
$212,700
Median Rent
$721/mo
Population
1,389
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
85.7%
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
60
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley Springs Elementary - 04 Valley Springs, SD | 9.3 |
| Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 Platte, SD | 8.9 |
| Springfield Elementary - 03 Springfield, SD | 8.9 |
| Hoven Elementary - 02 Hoven, SD | 8.7 |
| Bowdle Elementary - 02 Bowdle, SD | 8.6 |
| Doland Elementary - 03 Doland, SD | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Stone City Elementary - 01
What grades does Big Stone City Elementary - 01 serve?
Big Stone City Elementary - 01 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Big Stone City Elementary - 01?
Big Stone City Elementary - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Stone City Elementary - 01?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Stone City Elementary - 01 is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Big Stone City Elementary - 01 rank in SD?
Big Stone City Elementary - 01 ranks #2 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Big Stone City Elementary - 01's MySchoolScout rating?
Big Stone City Elementary - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Big Stone City Elementary - 01?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Big Stone City Elementary - 01 has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Big Stone City Elementary - 01 a charter school?
No, Big Stone City Elementary - 01 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Big Stone City Elementary - 01 a Title I school?
No, Big Stone City Elementary - 01 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Stone City Elementary - 01?
50.9% of students at Big Stone City Elementary - 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 57
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Grant County
- Phone
- (605) 862-8108
Resources & Links
District
Big Stone City School District 25-1- District Enrollment
- 73
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,847
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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