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Elk Mountain Elementary - 01
Elementary School · Elk Mountain School District 16-2
10222 Valley Rd, Dewey, SD 57735
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Elk Mountain Elementary - 01
Elementary School in Dewey · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Elk Mountain High School - 04
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About Elk Mountain Elementary - 01
Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 is a public elementary school in Dewey, SD, part of Elk Mountain School District 16-2. Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 serves approximately 17 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.5:1 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 Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 17 students, Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 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.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 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
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Address
- 10222 Valley Rd, Dewey, SD 57735
- Phone
- (605) 673-2258
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 14 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
10222 Valley Rd, Dewey, SD 57735
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newcastle Elementary K-2 (rated 6.9/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Newcastle). Another option is Hill City Elementary - 02 (rated 6.8/10, 27.3 miles away, in nearby Hill City). Additionally, Custer Elementary - 02 (rated 6.4/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Custer). For more schools in Dewey, see our Dewey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
13 within 27.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elk Mountain High School - 04 Dewey | 0.0 mi | — |
| Newcastle Elementary K-2 Newcastle | 13.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Newcastle Elementary 3-5 Newcastle | 13.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Newcastle Middle School Newcastle | 14.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Newcastle High School Newcastle | 14.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Edgemont Elementary - 03 Edgemont | 28.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Edgemont High School - 01 Edgemont | 28.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Custer Elementary - 02 Custer | 22.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Custer High School - 01 Custer | 22.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Custer Jr. High - 05 Custer | 22.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Hill City High School - 01 Hill City | 27.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Hill City Middle School - 04 Hill City | 27.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Hill City Elementary - 02 Hill City | 27.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,485
Median Home Value
$118,100
Median Rent
$1,011/mo
Population
1,715
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
81.2%
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
42.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elk Mountain Elementary - 01
What grades does Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 serve?
Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Elk Mountain Elementary - 01?
Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elk Mountain Elementary - 01?
The student-teacher ratio at Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 is 8.5:1. 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 Elk Mountain Elementary - 01?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 a charter school?
No, Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 a Title I school?
No, Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Custer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.9%
- Phone
- (605) 673-2258
Resources & Links
District
Elk Mountain School District 16-2- District Enrollment
- 18
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,455
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