Doland Elementary - 03

Doland Elementary - 03 is a public elementary school in Doland, SD, part of the Doland School District 56-2. The school serves approximately 67 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 94.6th percentile among SD schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 65% proficiency in math and 51% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.1/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $74,250, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a remote rural setting.

With an enrollment of 67 students, Doland Elementary - 03 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Doland Elementary - 03 offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Doland Elementary - 03 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.