Below Average
#437 of 574 schools in SD
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03
Elementary School · Eagle Butte School District 20-1
PO Box 260, Eagle Butte, SD 57625
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
3rd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#437 of 574
In Eagle Butte
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Eagle Butte School District 20-1
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03
Elementary School in Eagle Butte · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 is a public elementary school in Eagle Butte, SD, part of Eagle Butte School District 20-1. Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #437 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 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.
67% of students at Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 — Students at Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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
↓ 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: 5.3/10.
How Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 Compares
See how Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 260, Eagle Butte, SD 57625
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Timber Lake Elementary - 02 (rated 9.3/10, 31.0 miles away, in nearby Timber Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eagle Butte Primary - 02 (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dupree Elementary - 02 (rated 3.4/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Dupree), a more accessible option. For more schools in Eagle Butte, see our Eagle Butte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
14 within 40.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WINDSWEPT ACADEMY Eagle Butte | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Cheyenne-Eagle Butte School Eagle Butte | 0.5 mi | — |
| Eagle Butte Primary - 02 Eagle Butte | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Eagle Butte Jr. High - 06 Eagle Butte | 0.6 mi | — |
| Eagle Butte High School - 01 Eagle Butte | 0.6 mi | — |
| E. A. G. L. E. Center High School - 07 Eagle Butte | 0.6 mi | — |
| Dupree Elementary - 02 Dupree | 18.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Dupree High School - 01 Dupree | 18.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Dupree Jr. High - 04 Dupree | 18.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Cheyenne Elementary - 06 Fort Pierre | 30.3 mi | — |
| Timber Lake Elementary - 02 Timber Lake | 31.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Timber Lake High School - 01 Timber Lake | 31.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Timber Lake Middle School - 03 Timber Lake | 31.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Milesville Elementary - 08 Philip | 40.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57625 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,643
Median Home Value
$72,000
Median Rent
$718/mo
Population
3,857
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
54.9%
Poverty Rate
36.1%
Median Age
27.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Batesland School - 01 Batesland, SD | 4.9 |
| Journey Elementary - 05 Sioux Falls, SD | 4.9 |
| Lyman Elementary - 04 Kennebec, SD | 4.9 |
| South Park Elementary - 03 Belle Fourche, SD | 5.0 |
| Deubrook Elementary - 03 Toronto, SD | 4.8 |
| South Canyon Elementary - 15 Rapid City, SD | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03
What grades does Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 serve?
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.
How many students attend Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03?
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03?
The student-teacher ratio at Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 rank in SD?
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 ranks #437 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03's MySchoolScout rating?
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 a charter school?
No, Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 a Title I school?
No, Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03?
100.0% of students at Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 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
- 3rd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Ziebach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.1%
- Phone
- (605) 964-4911
Resources & Links
District
Eagle Butte School District 20-1- District Enrollment
- 383
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,680
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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