Average
#382 of 574 schools in SD
Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06
Elementary School · Faulkton Area Schools 24-4
35075 148th St, Faulkton, SD 57438
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#382 of 574
In Faulkton
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Faulkton Area Schools 24-4
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06
Elementary School in Faulkton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06
Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 is a public elementary school in Faulkton, SD, part of Faulkton Area Schools 24-4. Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #382 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 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.
Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 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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Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 — Students at Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
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: 4.8/10.
How Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 Compares
See how Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
35075 148th St, Faulkton, SD 57438
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowdle Elementary - 02 (rated 8.6/10, 27.4 miles away, in nearby Bowdle), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 (rated 8.5/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Faulkton Elementary - 02 (rated 8.5/10, 14.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Faulkton, see our Faulkton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 Faulkton | 6.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 Faulkton | 8.9 mi | — |
| Brentwood Colony Virtual High School - 92 Faulkton | 8.9 mi | — |
| Faulkton Elementary - 02 Faulkton | 14.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Faulkton High School - 01 Faulkton | 14.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Faulkton Middle School - 08 Faulkton | 14.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 Ipswich | 12.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Ipswich Elementary - 02 Ipswich | 15.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Ipswich High School - 01 Ipswich | 15.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Ipswich Middle School - 04 Ipswich | 15.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Edmunds Central High School - 01 Roscoe | 16.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Edmunds Central Middle School - 02 Roscoe | 16.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Edmunds Central Elementary - 05 Roscoe | 16.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 Ipswich | 24.6 mi | — |
| Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 Ipswich | 27.1 mi | — |
| Boulder Colony School - 06 Roscoe | 28.9 mi | — |
| Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 Leola | 30.2 mi | — |
| Bowdle Elementary - 02 Bowdle | 27.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Bowdle High School - 01 Bowdle | 27.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Bowdle Jr. High - 03 Bowdle | 27.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57438 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,847
Median Home Value
$116,400
Median Rent
$791/mo
Population
983
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
73.1%
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06
What grades does Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 serve?
Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06?
Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06?
The student-teacher ratio at Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 rank in SD?
Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 ranks #382 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06's MySchoolScout rating?
Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 a charter school?
No, Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 a Title I school?
No, Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Faulk County
- Phone
- (605) 598-6266
Resources & Links
District
Faulkton Area Schools 24-4- District Enrollment
- 393
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,427
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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