Elk Mountain Elementary - 01

Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 is a public elementary school in Dewey, SD, part of the Elk Mountain School District 16-2. The school serves approximately 17 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $59,485, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.

With an enrollment of 17 students, Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 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 8.5:1, Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 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, Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 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.