Excellent
#14 of 574 schools in SD
Top 2% in state
Dell Rapids Elementary - 02
Elementary School · Dell Rapids School District 49-3
309 W 15th St, Dell Rapids, SD 57022
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#14 of 574
In Dell Rapids
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Dell Rapids School District 49-3
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Dell Rapids Elementary - 02
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About Dell Rapids Elementary - 02
Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Dell Rapids, SD, part of Dell Rapids School District 49-3. Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 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
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Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 — Students at Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 Compares
See how Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
309 W 15th St, Dell Rapids, SD 57022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chester Elementary -02 (rated 6.1/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Chester), a more accessible option. Another option is Baltic Elementary - 02 (rated 5.9/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Baltic), a more accessible option. Additionally, Colman Elementary - 03 (rated 5.8/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Colman), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dell Rapids, see our Dell Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY GRADE SCHOOL Dell Rapids | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dell Rapids | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Dell Rapids High School - 01 Dell Rapids | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Dell Rapids Middle School - 03 Dell Rapids | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Baltic Elementary - 02 Baltic | 5.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Baltic High School - 01 Baltic | 5.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Baltic Middle School - 03 Baltic | 5.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Colman-Egan High School - 01 Colman | 11.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Colman-Egan Jr. High - 02 Colman | 11.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Colman Elementary - 03 Colman | 11.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Renberg Elementary - 42 Renner | 13.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Chester High School - 01 Chester | 11.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Chester Elementary -02 Chester | 11.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Chester Middle School - 03 Chester | 11.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Chester Area Cyber School - 92 Chester | 11.4 mi | 4.3 |
| High Plains - 06 Chester | 11.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Tri-Valley High School - 01 Colton | 12.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Tri-Valley Intermediate School - 03 Colton | 12.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Tri-Valley Elementary in Colton - 02 Colton | 12.1 mi | 5.2 |
| EDUCATION & INTEGRATION SERVICES Sioux Falls | 16.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,595
Median Home Value
$293,800
Median Rent
$940/mo
Population
5,476
College Educated
36.7%
Homeownership
82.6%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
38.2
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| West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 Hartford, SD | 8.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dell Rapids Elementary - 02
What grades does Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 serve?
Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Dell Rapids Elementary - 02?
Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dell Rapids Elementary - 02?
The student-teacher ratio at Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 rank in SD?
Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 ranks #14 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Dell Rapids Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?
Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Dell Rapids Elementary - 02?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 a charter school?
No, Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 a Title I school?
No, Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dell Rapids Elementary - 02?
13.5% of students at Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.5%
- Phone
- (605) 428-5473
Resources & Links
District
Dell Rapids School District 49-3- District Enrollment
- 973
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,960
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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