Very Good

#203 of 574 schools in SD

Top 35% in state

Frederick Area Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Frederick Area School District 06-2

PO Box 486, Frederick, SD 57441

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#203 of 574

In Frederick

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Frederick Area School District 06-2

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Frederick Area Elementary - 02

Frederick Area Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Frederick, SD, part of Frederick Area School District 06-2. Frederick Area Elementary - 02 serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick Area Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #203 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Frederick Area Elementary - 02 show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above SD schools

7.0

This school 7.0 · Very Good
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 92 students, Frederick Area 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.

Frederick Area 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 Progress4.8Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics8.9Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency74.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+13.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile84th

Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$16,345

Chronic Absenteeism10.9%

Frederick Area Elementary - 02 — Students at Frederick Area Elementary - 02 score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 71.5% (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

95%

ELA

95%

2012

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2014

Math

64.5%

ELA

64.5%

2015

Math

74.5%

ELA

74.5%

2016

Math

74.5%

ELA

74.5%

2017

Math

64.5%

ELA

64.5%

2018

Math

54.5%

ELA

54.5%

2019

Math

54.5%

ELA

54.5%

2020*

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2021*

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2022

Math

74.5%

ELA

54.5%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Frederick Area Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

7.0/10

65th percentile in SD

Academic

8.9/10

Excellent

Growth

4.8/10

Below Average

Environment

9.6/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

19%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

9 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

10.9%

Location

PO Box 486, Frederick, SD 57441

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frederick Area Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C C Lee Elementary - 05 (rated 8.2/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. Another option is RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 25.3 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 25.3 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Frederick, see our Frederick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Frederick High School - 01 Frederick	0.0 mi	66	7.0
Frederick Area Middle School - 03 Frederick	0.0 mi	37	8.8
ELLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ellendale	11.8 mi	120	6.9
ELLENDALE HIGH SCHOOL Ellendale	11.8 mi	83	7.1
ELLENDALE HIGH VIRTUAL ACADEMY Ellendale	11.8 mi	1	—
MAPLE RIVER COLONY SCHOOL Ellendale	16.8 mi	51	3.3
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 Leola	18.0 mi	15	—
Holgate Middle School - 02 Aberdeen	23.9 mi	490	7.0
C C Lee Elementary - 05 Aberdeen	24.1 mi	373	8.2
ABERDEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Aberdeen	24.2 mi	232	7.0
RONCALLI JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Aberdeen	24.5 mi	177	7.1
ABERDEEN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Aberdeen	24.5 mi	177	7.8
O M Tiffany Elementary - 11 Aberdeen	24.8 mi	290	5.9
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ABERDEEN Aberdeen	24.9 mi	4	—
RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL Aberdeen	25.3 mi	124	8.0
RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL Aberdeen	25.3 mi	124	7.8
RONCALLI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen	25.6 mi	266	7.8
New Beginnings - 89 Aberdeen	25.6 mi	8	—
Lincoln Elementary - 08 Aberdeen	25.7 mi	237	5.1
BEHAVIORAL CARE SPECIALISTS LEARNING CENTER Aberdeen	25.7 mi	18	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,786

Median Home Value

$116,000

Median Rent

$700/mo

Population

512

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

90.7%

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

47.4

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CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City, SD	127	7.1
Elementary Immersion Center - 43 Sioux Falls, SD	79	6.9
North Park Elementary - 08 Belle Fourche, SD	88	6.9
Jones County Elementary - 02 Murdo, SD	78	7.2
Northwestern Elementary - 04 Mellette, SD	124	7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frederick Area Elementary - 02

What grades does Frederick Area Elementary - 02 serve?

Frederick Area Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Frederick Area Elementary - 02?

Frederick Area Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick Area Elementary - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Frederick Area Elementary - 02 is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frederick Area Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Frederick Area Elementary - 02 ranks #203 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Frederick Area Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Frederick Area Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Frederick Area Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick Area Elementary - 02 has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Frederick Area Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Frederick Area Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

18.5% of students at Frederick Area 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.