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Corral Drive Elementary - 21

Elementary School · Rapid City Area School District 51-4

3736 Corral Dr, Rapid City, SD 57702

Enrollment

467

Student-Teacher

20.3:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#216 of 574

In Rapid City

#3 of 23

public schools

In district

#3 of 24

Rapid City Area School District 51-4

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Corral Drive Elementary - 21

6.9/10

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

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7.2/10

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About Corral Drive Elementary - 21

Corral Drive Elementary - 21 is a public elementary school in Rapid City, SD, part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4. Corral Drive Elementary - 21 serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Corral Drive Elementary - 21 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #216 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Corral Drive Elementary - 21 show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Corral Drive Elementary - 21 runs 20.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,380
Chronic Absenteeism8.1%

Corral Drive Elementary - 21 — Students at Corral Drive Elementary - 21 score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

3.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.1% (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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
62%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Corral Drive Elementary - 21 Compares

See how Corral Drive Elementary - 21 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in SD
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
4%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

Location

3736 Corral Dr, Rapid City, SD 57702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Corral Drive Elementary - 21 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pinedale Elementary - 11 (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST ELIZABETH SETON SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 4.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Southwest Middle School - 38 Rapid City 0.0 mi 7.2
Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 Rapid City 1.7 mi 6.6
Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 Rapid City 2.2 mi 3.6
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City 1.6 mi 5.9
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rapid City 1.8 mi 5.6
Stevens High School - 42 Rapid City 2.4 mi 6.2
West Middle School - 37 Rapid City 2.5 mi 5.1
CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI Rapid City 2.9 mi 4.7
South Canyon Elementary - 15 Rapid City 3.1 mi 4.8
Pinedale Elementary - 11 Rapid City 3.3 mi 7.6
Lincoln Building - 44 Rapid City 3.3 mi
Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 Rapid City 3.1 mi 3.2
ST THOMAS MORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rapid City 3.0 mi 6.5
Rapid City Online High School - 92 Rapid City 3.6 mi 3.4
South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City 3.3 mi 2.9
Grandview Elementary - 06 Rapid City 3.3 mi 5.5
South Middle School - 36 Rapid City 3.5 mi 3.4
Central High School - 41 Rapid City 4.2 mi 4.6
ST ELIZABETH SETON SCHOOL Rapid City 4.7 mi 6.5
Jefferson Building - 64 Rapid City 4.1 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,700

Median Home Value

$341,400

Median Rent

$1,209/mo

Population

35,771

College Educated

48%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

47.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Corral Drive Elementary - 21

What grades does Corral Drive Elementary - 21 serve?

Corral Drive Elementary - 21 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Corral Drive Elementary - 21?

Corral Drive Elementary - 21 has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Corral Drive Elementary - 21?

The student-teacher ratio at Corral Drive Elementary - 21 is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Corral Drive Elementary - 21 rank in SD?

Corral Drive Elementary - 21 ranks #216 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Corral Drive Elementary - 21's MySchoolScout rating?

Corral Drive Elementary - 21 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Corral Drive Elementary - 21?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Corral Drive Elementary - 21 has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Corral Drive Elementary - 21 a charter school?

No, Corral Drive Elementary - 21 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Corral Drive Elementary - 21 a Title I school?

No, Corral Drive Elementary - 21 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Corral Drive Elementary - 21?

3.6% of students at Corral Drive Elementary - 21 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
3.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Pennington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

District

Rapid City Area School District 51-4
District Enrollment
12,432
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,380
District Rank
#3 of 24

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