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Grassland Colony Elementary - 06
Elementary School · Leola School District 44-2
PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Grassland Colony Elementary - 06
Elementary School in Leola · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Grassland Colony Elementary - 06
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 is a public elementary school in Leola, SD, part of Leola School District 44-2. Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 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.
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Address
- PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456
- Website
- leola.k12.sd.us
- Phone
- (605) 439-3477
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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.
Location
PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leola Elementary - 02 (rated 8.4/10, 8.0 miles away). Another option is C C Lee Elementary - 05 (rated 8.2/10, 19.6 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen). Additionally, Ipswich Elementary - 02 (rated 7.9/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Ipswich). For more schools in Leola, see our Leola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 Leola | 4.4 mi | — |
| Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 Ipswich | 7.6 mi | — |
| Leola Elementary - 02 Leola | 8.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Leola High School - 01 Leola | 8.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Leola Jr. High - 03 Leola | 8.0 mi | — |
| Leola Alternative School - 07 Leola | 8.0 mi | — |
| Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 Ipswich | 12.0 mi | — |
| Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Leola | 17.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Ipswich Elementary - 02 Ipswich | 19.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Ipswich High School - 01 Ipswich | 19.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Ipswich Middle School - 04 Ipswich | 19.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Frederick Area Elementary - 02 Frederick | 18.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Frederick High School - 01 Frederick | 18.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Frederick Area Middle School - 03 Frederick | 18.0 mi | 8.8 |
| ABERDEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Aberdeen | 18.6 mi | 7.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ABERDEEN Aberdeen | 19.5 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary - 08 Aberdeen | 19.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 Ipswich | 22.6 mi | 7.6 |
| C C Lee Elementary - 05 Aberdeen | 19.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Holgate Middle School - 02 Aberdeen | 19.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,667
Median Home Value
$72,100
Median Rent
$850/mo
Population
638
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grassland Colony Elementary - 06
What grades does Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 serve?
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Grassland Colony Elementary - 06?
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grassland Colony Elementary - 06?
The student-teacher ratio at Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 is 15:1. 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 Grassland Colony Elementary - 06?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 a charter school?
No, Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 a Title I school?
No, Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 is not currently a Title I school.
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- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McPherson County
- Phone
- (605) 439-3477
Resources & Links
District
Leola School District 44-2- District Enrollment
- 210
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,371
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