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Elm Springs Elementary - 13
Elementary School · Meade School District 46-1
603 Garfield St, Whitewood, SD 57793
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Elm Springs Elementary - 13
Elm Springs Elementary - 13 is a public elementary school in Whitewood, SD, part of the Meade School District 46-1. The school serves approximately 11 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Students demonstrate 58% proficiency in math and 58% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $84,441, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 11 students, Elm Springs Elementary - 13 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.
Located in a rural area, Elm Springs Elementary - 13 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 11 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Address
- 603 Garfield St, Whitewood, SD 57793
- Website
- meade.k12.sd.us
- Phone
- (605) 269-2264
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 75% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
603 Garfield St, Whitewood, SD 57793
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm Springs Elementary - 13 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Meade County School - 09 (rated 7.4/10, 18.3 miles away). Another option is New Underwood Elementary - 02 (rated 4.9/10, 21.3 miles away, in nearby New Underwood). Additionally, Wall Elementary - 02 (rated 4.9/10, 26.2 miles away, in nearby Wall). For more schools in Whitewood, see our Whitewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
9 within 26.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Meade County School - 09 Whitewood | 18.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Hereford Elementary - 08 Whitewood | 17.7 mi | — |
| New Underwood Middle School - 04 New Underwood | 21.3 mi | 2.5 |
| New Underwood Elementary - 02 New Underwood | 21.3 mi | 4.9 |
| New Underwood High School - 01 New Underwood | 21.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Atall Elementary - 17 Whitewood | 26.1 mi | — |
| Wall Elementary - 02 Wall | 26.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Wall High School - 01 Wall | 26.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Wall Middle School - 06 Wall | 26.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57793 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,441
Median Home Value
$293,400
Median Rent
$925/mo
Population
2,042
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
86.4%
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
51.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Elm Springs Elementary - 13 has a median household income of $84,441. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $293,400, with a median rent of $925/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abbott House Elementary - 06 Mitchell, SD | — |
| Atall Elementary - 17 Whitewood, SD | — |
| BETHESDA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hot Springs, SD | — |
| Blue Sky Colony - 04 Revillo, SD | — |
| Blunt Elementary - 03 Blunt, SD | — |
| Boulder Colony School - 06 Roscoe, SD | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elm Springs Elementary - 13
What grades does Elm Springs Elementary - 13 serve?
Elm Springs Elementary - 13 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Elm Springs Elementary - 13?
Elm Springs Elementary - 13 has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm Springs Elementary - 13?
The student-teacher ratio at Elm Springs Elementary - 13 is 11:1. 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 Elm Springs Elementary - 13?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Elm Springs Elementary - 13 has 58.3% math proficiency and 58.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Elm Springs Elementary - 13 a charter school?
No, Elm Springs Elementary - 13 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elm Springs Elementary - 13 a Title I school?
No, Elm Springs Elementary - 13 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elm Springs Elementary - 13?
27.3% of students at Elm Springs Elementary - 13 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (416/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Whitewood). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 11
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Meade County
- Phone
- (605) 269-2264
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Meade School District 46-1- District Enrollment
- 3,034
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,853
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