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Claremont Colony Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Castlewood School District 28-1

46271 184th St, Castlewood, SD 57223

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

15:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

15:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

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About Claremont Colony Elementary - 04

Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Castlewood, SD, part of Castlewood School District 28-1. Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

Structured state assessment records for Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

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At 15 students, Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 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.

Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 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.

School Profile

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Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 15 students
Type: Public
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Address: 46271 184th St, Castlewood, SD 57223
Website: castlewood.k12.sd.us
Phone: (605) 793-2497
Data Year: SY 2022-23

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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 31.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 14 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

75%

ELA

75%

2017

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2018

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2019

Math

25%

ELA

25%

2020*

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2021*

Math

25%

ELA

25%

2022

Math

25%

ELA

25%

* 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: N/A.

Location

46271 184th St, Castlewood, SD 57223

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary - 05 (rated 8.0/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Watertown). Another option is Mellette Elementary - 07 (rated 7.5/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Watertown). Additionally, IMACULATE CONCEPTION (rated 7.1/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Watertown). For more schools in Castlewood, see our Castlewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Castlewood Elementary - 02 Castlewood	3.9 mi	144	7.0
Castlewood High School - 01 Castlewood	3.9 mi	106	8.6
Castlewood Middle School - 03 Castlewood	3.9 mi	73	5.3
POINSETT COLONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Estelline	5.4 mi	5	—
Estelline Elementary - 02 Estelline	9.7 mi	136	4.7
Estelline High School - 01 Estelline	9.7 mi	86	5.7
Estelline Middle School - 03 Estelline	9.7 mi	53	5.8
Watertown High School - 01 Watertown	15.1 mi	1,222	5.9
Roosevelt Elementary - 08 Watertown	14.9 mi	148	4.2
Watertown Intermediate School - 13 Watertown	15.4 mi	556	7.6
IMACULATE CONCEPTION Watertown	15.1 mi	162	7.1
Lincoln Elementary - 05 Watertown	15.5 mi	338	8.0
Watertown Middle School - 02 Watertown	16.2 mi	587	6.2
GREAT PLAINS LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Watertown	16.0 mi	133	7.2
Mellette Elementary - 07 Watertown	15.9 mi	235	7.5
ST MARTINS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown	16.1 mi	123	5.4
WATERTOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown	16.2 mi	60	6.2
Jefferson Elementary - 09 Watertown	16.5 mi	332	5.4
McKinley Elementary - 06 Watertown	16.0 mi	255	6.9
Deuel High School - 01 Clear Lake	13.4 mi	171	6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,571

Median Home Value

$229,500

Median Rent

$1,096/mo

Population

1,367

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

88.3%

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

36.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Claremont Colony Elementary - 04

What grades does Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 serve?

Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Claremont Colony Elementary - 04?

Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Claremont Colony Elementary - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Claremont Colony Elementary - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 a charter school?

No, Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

No, Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.