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#249 of 574 schools in SD

Top 43% in state

Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07

Elementary School · Brookings School District 05-1

111 26th St S, Brookings, SD 57006

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#249 of 574

In Brookings

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Brookings School District 05-1

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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About Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07

Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 is a public elementary school in Brookings, SD, part of Brookings School District 05-1. Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
District avg 5.7
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 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 Progress7.1Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data8

Annual Change-2.21 pts/yr

Data Period2015–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics4.8Below Average30%

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

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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-10.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile29th

Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,811

Chronic Absenteeism9.8%

Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 — Students at Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 16 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015

Math

67%

ELA

62%

2016

Math

57%

ELA

47%

2017

Math

47%

ELA

52%

2018

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2019

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2020*

Math

52%

ELA

52%

2021*

Math

52%

ELA

52%

2022

Math

47%

ELA

37%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 Compares

See how Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.6/10

57th percentile in SD

Academic

4.8/10

Below Average

Growth

7.1/10

Very Good

Environment

8.1/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

13%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

38 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

9.8%

Location

111 26th St S, Brookings, SD 57006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hillcrest Elementary - 04 (rated 6.3/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sioux Valley Elementary - 02 (rated 6.1/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Volga), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Colman Elementary - 03 (rated 5.8/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Colman), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brookings, see our Brookings schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Camelot Intermediate - 06 Brookings	1.3 mi	503	4.7
Medary Elementary - 05 Brookings	1.7 mi	336	5.3
Brookings High School - 01 Brookings	1.9 mi	1,028	4.7
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 Brookings	1.8 mi	773	4.6
PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookings	2.0 mi	15	—
Hillcrest Elementary - 04 Brookings	2.5 mi	316	6.3
Sioux Valley High School - 01 Volga	6.6 mi	206	8.3
Sioux Valley Middle School - 04 Volga	6.6 mi	159	5.3
Sioux Valley Elementary - 02 Volga	6.6 mi	350	6.1
VOLGA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Volga	6.6 mi	63	5.6
Deubrook High School - 01 White	13.3 mi	107	8.2
Deubrook Jr. High - 02 White	13.3 mi	42	6.2
Rolland Colony Elementary - 05 White	11.5 mi	11	—
Red Willow Colony School - 09 White	17.8 mi	27	—
Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 Elkton	13.7 mi	27	—
Norfeld Colony Elementary - 07 White	15.8 mi	28	—
Colman-Egan High School - 01 Colman	20.4 mi	90	7.8
Colman-Egan Jr. High - 02 Colman	20.4 mi	43	6.3
Colman Elementary - 03 Colman	20.4 mi	168	5.8
Flandreau Middle School - 03 Flandreau	18.4 mi	188	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,818

Median Home Value

$253,700

Median Rent

$864/mo

Population

23,838

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

52.6%

Avg Commute

12.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

28.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07

What grades does Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 serve?

Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07?

Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07?

The student-teacher ratio at Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 rank in SD?

Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 ranks #249 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07's MySchoolScout rating?

Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 a charter school?

No, Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 a Title I school?

No, Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07?

12.9% of students at Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.