Very Good

#128 of 574 schools in SD

Top 22% in state

Ethan Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Ethan School District 17-1

PO Box 169, Ethan, SD 57334

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

161

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

161

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#128 of 574

In Ethan

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Ethan School District 17-1

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Ethan Elementary - 02

Ethan Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Ethan, SD, part of Ethan School District 17-1. Ethan Elementary - 02 serves approximately 161 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ethan Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Ethan Elementary - 02 show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above SD schools

7.7

This school 7.7 · Very Good
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 161 students, Ethan Elementary - 02 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.

Ethan Elementary - 02 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.4Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-1.95 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.6Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+25.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile94th

Resources & Environment5.5Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1

Per-Pupil Spending$10,901

Chronic Absenteeism8.1%

Ethan Elementary - 02 — Students at Ethan Elementary - 02 score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 79.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

95%

ELA

84.5%

2010

Math

95%

ELA

84.5%

2011

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2012

Math

92%

ELA

92%

2014

Math

72%

ELA

62%

2015

Math

77%

ELA

67%

2016

Math

77%

ELA

72%

2017

Math

72%

ELA

72%

2018

Math

72%

ELA

67%

2019

Math

72%

ELA

67%

2020*

Math

72%

ELA

62%

2021*

Math

72%

ELA

62%

2022

Math

72%

ELA

72%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Ethan Elementary - 02 Compares

See how Ethan Elementary - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.7/10

78th percentile in SD

Academic

9.6/10

Excellent

Growth

7.4/10

Very Good

Environment

5.5/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

32%

Teaching Staff

16:1 student-teacher ratio

10 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

8.1%

Location

PO Box 169, Ethan, SD 57334

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ethan Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfellow Elementary - 05 (rated 8.4/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Mitchell), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Parkston Elementary - 02 (rated 7.2/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Parkston), with a comparable rating. Additionally, L. B. Williams Elementary - 03 (rated 7.2/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Mitchell), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ethan, see our Ethan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Ethan High School - 01 Ethan	0.0 mi	87	9.2
Ethan Jr. High - 03 Ethan	0.0 mi	43	7.6
Rosedale Colony Elementary - 11 Mitchell	7.9 mi	24	—
Rockport Colony Elementary- 10 Alexandria	6.9 mi	10	—
Parkston Elementary - 02 Parkston	10.4 mi	288	7.2
Parkston High School - 01 Parkston	10.4 mi	123	8.2
Parkston Middle School - 05 Parkston	10.4 mi	90	5.4
Our Home Parkston	10.4 mi	29	—
L. B. Williams Elementary - 03 Mitchell	10.7 mi	444	7.2
Abbott House High School - 07 Mitchell	11.1 mi	30	4.0
Abbott House Elementary - 06 Mitchell	11.1 mi	8	—
New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 Ethan	8.8 mi	21	—
Millbrook Colony Elementary - 04 Alexandria	10.3 mi	7	—
Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 Alexandria	10.3 mi	5	—
Longfellow Elementary - 05 Mitchell	11.5 mi	312	8.4
JOHN PAUL II ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mitchell	11.4 mi	102	6.6
Mitchell High School - 01 Mitchell	12.2 mi	909	7.6
Mitchell Middle School - 02 Mitchell	12.3 mi	609	5.9
Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 Mitchell	12.4 mi	382	6.1
MITCHELL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mitchell	12.9 mi	139	7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57334 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,000

Median Home Value

$179,800

Median Rent

$769/mo

Population

886

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

75.8%

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

32.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Centerville Elementary - 02 Centerville, SD	119	7.7
Marion Elementary - 02 Marion, SD	105	7.7
Sanborn Central Elementary - 06 Forestburg, SD	110	7.7
RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL Aberdeen, SD	124	7.8
Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 Hitchcock, SD	119	7.5
Ipswich Elementary - 02 Ipswich, SD	177	7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ethan Elementary - 02

What grades does Ethan Elementary - 02 serve?

Ethan Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Ethan Elementary - 02?

Ethan Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ethan Elementary - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Ethan Elementary - 02 is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ethan Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Ethan Elementary - 02 ranks #128 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Ethan Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Ethan Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Ethan Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ethan Elementary - 02 has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ethan Elementary - 02 a charter school?

No, Ethan Elementary - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ethan Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

No, Ethan Elementary - 02 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ethan Elementary - 02?

31.7% of students at Ethan Elementary - 02 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.