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Gayville-volin Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Gayville-Volin School District 63-1

PO Box 158, Gayville, SD 57031

Enrollment

142

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#371 of 574

In Gayville

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Gayville-Volin School District 63-1

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Gayville-volin Elementary - 02

5.5/10

Elementary School in Gayville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Gayville-volin High School - 01

5.6/10

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About Gayville-volin Elementary - 02

Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Gayville, SD, part of Gayville-Volin School District 63-1. Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 serves approximately 142 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #371 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below SD schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 142 students, Gayville-volin 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.

Gayville-volin 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 Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,882
Chronic Absenteeism8.5%

Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 — Students at Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.2% (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
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2010
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2011
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
36th percentile in SD
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

Location

PO Box 158, Gayville, SD 57031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART MIDDLE SCHOOL - (rated 7.9/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Yankton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stewart Elementary - 05 (rated 7.1/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Yankton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Irene - Wakonda Elementary - 02 (rated 6.5/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Wakonda), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gayville, see our Gayville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Gayville-Volin High School - 01 Gayville 0.0 mi 5.6
Gayville-Volin Middle School - 03 Gayville 0.0 mi 3.8
Irene - Wakonda Elementary - 02 Wakonda 8.3 mi 6.5
WYNOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wynot 10.4 mi 5.0
WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL Wynot 10.4 mi 6.8
WYNOT MIDDLE SCHOOL Wynot 10.4 mi 4.5
Irene - Wakonda Jr. High - 04 Irene 13.3 mi 3.0
Irene - Wakonda High School - 01 Irene 13.3 mi 8.4
EAST AND WEST CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington 13.0 mi 6.4
Yankton Middle School - 02 Yankton 10.8 mi 7.6
Beadle Elementary - 03 Yankton 10.8 mi 5.9
Webster Elementary - 06 Yankton 10.9 mi 3.8
SACRED HEART MIDDLE SCHOOL - Yankton 11.1 mi 7.9
Stewart Elementary - 05 Yankton 11.2 mi 7.1
MISSOURI VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yankton 11.3 mi 5.2
Lincoln Elementary - 04 Yankton 11.6 mi 5.8
Yankton High School - 01 Yankton 12.0 mi 6.4
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Yankton 12.5 mi 5.5
Vermillion Middle School - 02 Vermillion 14.0 mi 6.9
Austin Elementary - 03 Vermillion 14.3 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,487

Median Home Value

$138,000

Median Rent

$533/mo

Population

670

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

92.9%

Poverty Rate

1.8%

Median Age

43.3

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Renberg Elementary - 42 Renner, SD 5.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gayville-volin Elementary - 02

What grades does Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 serve?

Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Gayville-volin Elementary - 02?

Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 142 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gayville-volin Elementary - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 ranks #371 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Gayville-volin Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Gayville-volin Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Gayville-volin Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

35.2% of students at Gayville-volin 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Yankton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

District

Gayville-Volin School District 63-1
District Enrollment
286
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,882
District Rank
#2 of 3

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