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Collins Colony Elementary - 06
Elementary School · Willow Lake School District 12-3
PO Box 170, Willow Lake, SD 57278
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
16:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
16:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Collins Colony Elementary - 06
Elementary School in Willow Lake · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Collins Colony Elementary - 06
Collins Colony Elementary - 06 is a public elementary school in Willow Lake, SD, part of Willow Lake School District 12-3. Collins Colony Elementary - 06 serves approximately 16 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16:1 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 Collins Colony Elementary - 06 show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 16 students, Collins 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.
Collins 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 16 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Address
- PO Box 170, Willow Lake, SD 57278
- Phone
- (605) 625-5945
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: N/A.
Location
PO Box 170, Willow Lake, SD 57278
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Collins Colony Elementary - 06 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Preston Elementary - 02 (rated 9.1/10, 20.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Preston). Another option is Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 (rated 6.9/10, 11.9 miles away). Additionally, Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02 (rated 6.9/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby De Smet). For more schools in Willow Lake, see our Willow Lake schools guide .
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20 within 20.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57278 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,938
Median Home Value
$202,700
Median Rent
$745/mo
Population
1,082
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
78.7%
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
22.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Collins Colony Elementary - 06
What grades does Collins Colony Elementary - 06 serve?
Collins Colony Elementary - 06 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Collins Colony Elementary - 06?
Collins Colony Elementary - 06 has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Collins Colony Elementary - 06?
The student-teacher ratio at Collins Colony Elementary - 06 is 16:1. 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 Collins Colony Elementary - 06?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Collins Colony Elementary - 06 has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Collins Colony Elementary - 06 a charter school?
No, Collins Colony Elementary - 06 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Collins Colony Elementary - 06 a Title I school?
No, Collins 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
- 16
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Clark County
- Phone
- (605) 625-5945
Resources & Links
District
Willow Lake School District 12-3- District Enrollment
- 338
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,529
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