Needs Improvement

#568 of 574 schools in SD

Dawson Colony School - 20

Elementary School · Bon Homme School District 04-2

41544 Hwy 46, Scotland, SD 57059

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

2.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

2.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#568 of 574

In Scotland

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Bon Homme School District 04-2

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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About Dawson Colony School - 20

Dawson Colony School - 20 is a public elementary school in Scotland, SD, part of Bon Homme School District 04-2. Dawson Colony School - 20 serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dawson Colony School - 20 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #568 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Dawson Colony School - 20 show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares3.0 pts below district

2.8

This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
District avg 5.8
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, Dawson Colony School - 20 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.

Dawson Colony School - 20 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 Progress1.1Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data3

Annual Change-13.52 pts/yr

Data Period2020–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%

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

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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-32.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile8th

Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$12,156

Dawson Colony School - 20 — Students at Dawson Colony School - 20 score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 24.8% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 6 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2020*

Math

75%

ELA

24.5%

2021*

Math

75%

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: 1.1/10.

How Dawson Colony School - 20 Compares

See how Dawson Colony School - 20 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

2.8/10

1th percentile in SD

Academic

2.5/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

1.1/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

7.7/10

Very Good

Location

41544 Hwy 46, Scotland, SD 57059

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dawson Colony School - 20 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springfield Elementary - 03 (rated 8.9/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tyndall Elementary - 04 (rated 7.3/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Tyndall), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ISANTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Niobrara), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scotland, see our Scotland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Tyndall Elementary - 04 Tyndall	6.4 mi	184	7.3
Bon Homme High School - 01 Tyndall	6.4 mi	146	6.3
Bon Homme Middle School - 02 Tyndall	6.4 mi	105	7.8
Bon Homme PK - 08 Tyndall	6.4 mi	32	2.9
Tripp-Delmont High School - 01 Tripp	10.9 mi	35	7.4
Tripp-Delmont Jr. High - 02 Tripp	10.9 mi	20	—
Tripp Elementary - 03 Tripp	10.9 mi	85	4.7
Scotland Elementary - 02 Scotland	9.6 mi	113	4.7
Scotland High School - 01 Scotland	9.6 mi	77	7.4
Scotland Middle School - 05 Scotland	9.6 mi	83	5.2
Avon Elementary - 02 Avon	10.2 mi	63	5.0
Avon High School - 01 Avon	10.2 mi	76	6.8
Avon Middle School - 05 Avon	10.2 mi	73	7.1
Avon Preschool - 06 Avon	10.2 mi	19	—
Springfield Elementary - 03 Springfield	15.5 mi	48	8.9
ISANTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niobrara	16.8 mi	134	7.0
ISANTI HIGH SCHOOL Niobrara	16.8 mi	54	6.9
ISANTI MIDDLE SCHOOL Niobrara	16.8 mi	41	2.9
Clearfield Colony Elementary - 07 Tripp	13.7 mi	22	—
Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 Menno	14.3 mi	43	2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,406

Median Home Value

$132,800

Median Rent

$581/mo

Population

1,291

College Educated

31.3%

Homeownership

79.6%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

38.9

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Fordham Colony Elementary - 04 Carpenter, SD	42	2.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dawson Colony School - 20

What grades does Dawson Colony School - 20 serve?

Dawson Colony School - 20 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Dawson Colony School - 20?

Dawson Colony School - 20 has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dawson Colony School - 20?

The student-teacher ratio at Dawson Colony School - 20 is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dawson Colony School - 20 rank in SD?

Dawson Colony School - 20 ranks #568 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Dawson Colony School - 20's MySchoolScout rating?

Dawson Colony School - 20 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Dawson Colony School - 20?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dawson Colony School - 20 has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Dawson Colony School - 20 a charter school?

No, Dawson Colony School - 20 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dawson Colony School - 20 a Title I school?

No, Dawson Colony School - 20 is not currently a Title I school.