Very Good

#125 of 574 schools in SD

Top 22% in state

Centerville Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Centerville School District 60-1

PO Box 100, Centerville, SD 57014

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

119

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

119

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#125 of 574

In Centerville

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Centerville School District 60-1

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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About Centerville Elementary - 02

Centerville Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Centerville, SD, part of Centerville School District 60-1. Centerville Elementary - 02 serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Centerville Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Centerville Elementary - 02 show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above SD schools

7.7

This school 7.7 · Very Good
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 119 students, Centerville 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.

Centerville 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 Progress6.8Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.32 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.4Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+20.3 pts

Adjusted Percentile90th

Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,041

Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Centerville Elementary - 02 — Students at Centerville Elementary - 02 score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 69.9% (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

84.5%

ELA

84.5%

2010

Math

84.5%

ELA

84.5%

2011

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2012

Math

84.5%

ELA

95%

2014

Math

64.5%

ELA

64.5%

2015

Math

64.5%

ELA

64.5%

2016

Math

57%

ELA

62%

2017

Math

72%

ELA

72%

2018

Math

57%

ELA

57%

2019

Math

57%

ELA

57%

2020*

Math

62%

ELA

57%

2021*

Math

62%

ELA

57%

2022

Math

72%

ELA

67%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Centerville Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

7.7/10

78th percentile in SD

Academic

9.4/10

Excellent

Growth

6.8/10

Average

Environment

7.6/10

Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

24%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

9 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

9.2%

Location

PO Box 100, Centerville, SD 57014

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Centerville Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lennox Elementary - 02 (rated 8.7/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Lennox), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Irene - Wakonda Elementary - 02 (rated 6.5/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Wakonda), a more accessible option. Additionally, Gayville-Volin Elementary - 02 (rated 5.5/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Gayville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Centerville, see our Centerville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Centerville High School - 01 Centerville	0.0 mi	92	5.4
Centerville Middle School - 03 Centerville	0.0 mi	69	6.7
Viborg-Hurley Elementary - 02 Viborg	7.3 mi	154	5.1
Viborg-Hurley High School - 01 Viborg	7.3 mi	125	5.8
Beresford High School - 01 Beresford	9.6 mi	219	6.0
Beresford Elementary - 02 Beresford	9.6 mi	293	5.3
Beresford Middle School - 03 Beresford	9.6 mi	160	4.4
Irene - Wakonda Elementary - 02 Wakonda	11.0 mi	161	6.5
Irene - Wakonda Jr. High - 04 Irene	10.3 mi	51	3.0
Irene - Wakonda High School - 01 Irene	10.3 mi	78	8.4
Viborg-Hurley Middle School - 03 Viborg	13.2 mi	113	6.6
Lennox High School - 01 Lennox	15.8 mi	355	5.1
Lennox Jr. High - 08 Lennox	15.8 mi	184	7.2
Lennox Elementary - 02 Lennox	16.3 mi	384	8.7
Lennox Intermediate - 09 Lennox	16.4 mi	180	8.8
Worthing Elementary - 05 Lennox	17.4 mi	121	5.2
Gayville-Volin High School - 01 Gayville	19.0 mi	92	5.6
Gayville-Volin Elementary - 02 Gayville	19.0 mi	142	5.5
Gayville-Volin Middle School - 03 Gayville	19.0 mi	52	3.8
Cameron Colony Elementary - 04 Viborg	16.1 mi	14	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,383

Median Home Value

$217,000

Median Rent

$735/mo

Population

1,711

College Educated

30.9%

Homeownership

85.6%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Centerville Elementary - 02

What grades does Centerville Elementary - 02 serve?

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

How many students attend Centerville Elementary - 02?

Centerville Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Centerville Elementary - 02 is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Centerville Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Centerville Elementary - 02 ranks #125 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Centerville Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Centerville Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Centerville Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Centerville Elementary - 02 has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Centerville Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Centerville Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

23.5% of students at Centerville 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.