Average

#308 of 574 schools in SD

Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Mitchell School District 17-2

1301 N Kimball St, Mitchell, SD 57301

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

382

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

382

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#308 of 574

In Mitchell

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Mitchell School District 17-2

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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About Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04

Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Mitchell, SD, part of Mitchell School District 17-2. Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #308 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
District avg 7.2
SD avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress4.6Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.21 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics8.3Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+12.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile75th

Resources & Environment6.5Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1

Per-Pupil Spending$10,744

Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 — Students at Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 68.7% (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

87%

ELA

87%

2010

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2011

Math

92%

ELA

92%

2012

Math

92%

ELA

92%

2014

Math

63%

ELA

67%

2015

Math

66%

ELA

62%

2016

Math

55%

ELA

57%

2017

Math

57%

ELA

64%

2018

Math

62%

ELA

62%

2019

Math

62%

ELA

62%

2020*

Math

52%

ELA

52%

2021*

Math

52%

ELA

52%

2022

Math

57%

ELA

57%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 Compares

See how Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.1/10

47th percentile in SD

Academic

8.3/10

Excellent

Growth

4.6/10

Below Average

Environment

6.5/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

38%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

27 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

11.5%

Location

1301 N Kimball St, Mitchell, SD 57301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfellow Elementary - 05 (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 (rated 8.3/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ethan Elementary - 02 (rated 7.7/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Ethan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mitchell, see our Mitchell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Mitchell High School - 01 Mitchell	0.4 mi	909	7.6
Mitchell Middle School - 02 Mitchell	0.6 mi	609	5.9
MITCHELL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mitchell	0.7 mi	139	7.4
Longfellow Elementary - 05 Mitchell	1.0 mi	312	8.4
Abbott House High School - 07 Mitchell	1.5 mi	30	4.0
Abbott House Elementary - 06 Mitchell	1.5 mi	8	—
JOHN PAUL II ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mitchell	1.6 mi	102	6.6
L. B. Williams Elementary - 03 Mitchell	1.9 mi	444	7.2
Millbrook Colony Elementary - 04 Alexandria	8.4 mi	7	—
Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 Alexandria	8.4 mi	5	—
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 Forestburg	11.0 mi	40	6.9
Rosedale Colony Elementary - 11 Mitchell	10.0 mi	24	—
Ethan Elementary - 02 Ethan	12.4 mi	161	7.7
Ethan High School - 01 Ethan	12.4 mi	87	9.2
Ethan Jr. High - 03 Ethan	12.4 mi	43	7.6
Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 Mount Vernon	11.9 mi	117	8.3
Mount Vernon High School- 01 Mount Vernon	11.9 mi	88	7.9
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 Mount Vernon	11.9 mi	61	7.1
Hanson High School - 01 Alexandria	12.8 mi	127	7.9
Hanson Middle School - 02 Alexandria	12.8 mi	75	7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,671

Median Home Value

$191,300

Median Rent

$775/mo

Population

19,142

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

63.1%

Avg Commute

12.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04

What grades does Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 serve?

Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04?

Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 rank in SD?

Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 ranks #308 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04's MySchoolScout rating?

Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 a charter school?

No, Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

No, Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04?

38.0% of students at Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.