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Clark Colony Elementary - 05
Elementary School · Doland School District 56-2
41181 179th St, Raymond, SD 57258
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Clark Colony Elementary - 05
Clark Colony Elementary - 05 is a public elementary school in Raymond, SD, part of the Doland School District 56-2. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 58% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $43,750, where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, Clark Colony Elementary - 05 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, Clark Colony Elementary - 05 offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Clark Colony Elementary - 05 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Address
- 41181 179th St, Raymond, SD 57258
- Phone
- (605) 635-6302
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
41181 179th St, Raymond, SD 57258
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clark Colony Elementary - 05 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Doland Elementary - 03 (rated 8.7/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Doland). Another option is Clark Elementary - 02 (rated 8.0/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Clark). Additionally, Hillcrest Colony Elementary - 05 (rated 5.6/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Garden City). For more schools in Raymond, see our Raymond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fordham Colony Elementary - 04 Carpenter | 3.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 Doland | 4.9 mi | — |
| Doland Elementary - 03 Doland | 9.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Doland High School - 01 Doland | 9.6 mi | — |
| Doland Jr. High - 02 Doland | 9.6 mi | — |
| Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 Willow Lake | 11.8 mi | — |
| Clark High School - 01 Clark | 13.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Clark Middle School - 03 Clark | 13.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Clark Elementary - 02 Clark | 13.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Camrose Colony Elementary - 06 Frankfort | 15.2 mi | — |
| Glendale Colony Elementary - 04 Tulare | 15.1 mi | — |
| Spink Colony Elementary - 03 Tulare | 15.6 mi | — |
| Huron Colony Elementary - 13 Huron | 19.1 mi | — |
| Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 Huron | 22.4 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Colony Elementary - 05 Garden City | 18.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SUNNY PLAINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Iroquois | 23.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Collins Colony Elementary - 06 Willow Lake | 21.8 mi | — |
| Willow Lake Elementary - 02 Willow Lake | 20.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Willow Lake High School - 01 Willow Lake | 20.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Willow Lake Middle School - 03 Willow Lake | 20.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57258 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,750
Median Home Value
$80,000
Population
269
College Educated
8.3%
Homeownership
84.4%
Poverty Rate
65.8%
Median Age
42.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Clark Colony Elementary - 05 has a median household income of $43,750. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $80,000. The area has a poverty rate of 65.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clark Colony Elementary - 05
What grades does Clark Colony Elementary - 05 serve?
Clark Colony Elementary - 05 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Clark Colony Elementary - 05?
Clark Colony Elementary - 05 has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clark Colony Elementary - 05?
The student-teacher ratio at Clark Colony Elementary - 05 is 9.5:1. 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 Clark Colony Elementary - 05?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Clark Colony Elementary - 05 has 25.0% math proficiency and 58.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Clark Colony Elementary - 05 a charter school?
No, Clark Colony Elementary - 05 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clark Colony Elementary - 05 a Title I school?
No, Clark Colony Elementary - 05 is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (302/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Spink County
- Phone
- (605) 635-6302
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Doland School District 56-2- District Enrollment
- 153
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,988
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