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#69 of 574 schools in SD

Top 12% in state

C C Lee Elementary - 05

Elementary School · Aberdeen School District 06-1

1900 N State St, Aberdeen, SD 57401

Enrollment

373

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#69 of 574

In Aberdeen

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

Aberdeen School District 06-1

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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C C Lee Elementary - 05

8.2/10

Elementary School in Aberdeen · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Holgate Middle School - 02

7.0/10

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About C C Lee Elementary - 05

C C Lee Elementary - 05 is a public elementary school in Aberdeen, SD, part of Aberdeen School District 06-1. C C Lee Elementary - 05 serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. C C Lee Elementary - 05 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for C C Lee Elementary - 05 show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.2
  • SD avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,673
Chronic Absenteeism5.9%

C C Lee Elementary - 05 — Students at C C Lee Elementary - 05 score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
72%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How C C Lee Elementary - 05 Compares

See how C C Lee Elementary - 05 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
88th percentile in SD
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.9%

Location

1900 N State St, Aberdeen, SD 57401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering C C Lee Elementary - 05 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mike Miller Elementary - 07 (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Aberdeen, see our Aberdeen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Holgate Middle School - 02 Aberdeen 0.3 mi 7.0
RONCALLI JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Aberdeen 0.5 mi 7.1
ABERDEEN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Aberdeen 0.5 mi 7.8
O M Tiffany Elementary - 11 Aberdeen 0.8 mi 5.9
RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL Aberdeen 1.2 mi 8.0
RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL Aberdeen 1.2 mi 7.8
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ABERDEEN Aberdeen 1.2 mi
RONCALLI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen 1.5 mi 7.8
BEHAVIORAL CARE SPECIALISTS LEARNING CENTER Aberdeen 1.7 mi
New Beginnings - 89 Aberdeen 1.6 mi
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aberdeen 2.1 mi 4.5
ABERDEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Aberdeen 1.5 mi 7.0
SDSBVI Elementary - 01 Aberdeen 2.3 mi
SDSBVI High School - 02 Aberdeen 2.3 mi
May Overby Elementary - 09 Aberdeen 2.4 mi 5.7
Lincoln Elementary - 08 Aberdeen 2.1 mi 5.1
Simmons Middle School - 03 Aberdeen 2.5 mi 4.6
Mike Miller Elementary - 07 Aberdeen 2.1 mi 8.6
Simmons Elementary - 10 Aberdeen 2.6 mi 3.9
Central High School - 01 Aberdeen 3.1 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,183

Median Home Value

$216,300

Median Rent

$787/mo

Population

32,064

College Educated

34.7%

Homeownership

62.1%

Avg Commute

12 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

37.1

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Lawrence Elementary - 02 Canton, SD 8.3
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Lincoln Elementary - 05 Watertown, SD 8.0
Webster Area Elementary - 03 Webster, SD 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about C C Lee Elementary - 05

What grades does C C Lee Elementary - 05 serve?

C C Lee Elementary - 05 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend C C Lee Elementary - 05?

C C Lee Elementary - 05 has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at C C Lee Elementary - 05?

The student-teacher ratio at C C Lee Elementary - 05 is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does C C Lee Elementary - 05 rank in SD?

C C Lee Elementary - 05 ranks #69 of 574 schools in SD.

What is C C Lee Elementary - 05's MySchoolScout rating?

C C Lee Elementary - 05 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 C C Lee Elementary - 05?

Based on loaded state assessment records, C C Lee Elementary - 05 has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is C C Lee Elementary - 05 a charter school?

No, C C Lee Elementary - 05 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is C C Lee Elementary - 05 a Title I school?

No, C C Lee Elementary - 05 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C C Lee Elementary - 05?

16.4% of students at C C Lee Elementary - 05 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.9%

District

Aberdeen School District 06-1
District Enrollment
4,263
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,673
District Rank
#2 of 9

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