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Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05
Elementary School · Ipswich Public School District 22-6
PO Box 306, Ipswich, SD 57451
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05
Elementary School in Ipswich · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 is a public elementary school in Ipswich, SD, part of Ipswich Public School District 22-6. Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 serves approximately 22 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 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 Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 22 students, Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 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.
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Address
- PO Box 306, Ipswich, SD 57451
- Website
- ipswich.k12.sd.us
- Phone
- (605) 426-6832
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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 306, Ipswich, SD 57451
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leola Elementary - 02 (rated 8.4/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Leola). Another option is C C Lee Elementary - 05 (rated 8.2/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen). Additionally, Ipswich Elementary - 02 (rated 7.9/10, 11.7 miles away). For more schools in Ipswich, see our Ipswich schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 Leola | 4.2 mi | — |
| Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 Ipswich | 5.1 mi | — |
| Leola Elementary - 02 Leola | 9.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Leola High School - 01 Leola | 9.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Leola Jr. High - 03 Leola | 9.3 mi | — |
| Leola Alternative School - 07 Leola | 9.3 mi | — |
| Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 Leola | 7.6 mi | — |
| Ipswich Elementary - 02 Ipswich | 11.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Ipswich High School - 01 Ipswich | 11.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Ipswich Middle School - 04 Ipswich | 11.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 Ipswich | 15.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Leola | 22.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ABERDEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Aberdeen | 20.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 08 Aberdeen | 21.3 mi | 5.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ABERDEEN Aberdeen | 21.3 mi | — |
| Simmons Middle School - 03 Aberdeen | 22.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Simmons Elementary - 10 Aberdeen | 22.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 Faulkton | 27.1 mi | 5.4 |
| BEHAVIORAL CARE SPECIALISTS LEARNING CENTER Aberdeen | 22.1 mi | — |
| C C Lee Elementary - 05 Aberdeen | 21.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57451 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,795
Median Home Value
$221,100
Median Rent
$1,019/mo
Population
2,568
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
81.9%
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05
What grades does Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 serve?
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05?
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05?
The student-teacher ratio at Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 is 11:1. 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 Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 a charter school?
No, Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 a Title I school?
No, Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Edmunds County
- Phone
- (605) 426-6832
Resources & Links
District
Ipswich Public School District 22-6- District Enrollment
- 430
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,269
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