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#285 of 574 schools in SD

Top 50% in state

Groton Area Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Groton Area School District 06-6

PO Box 410, Groton, SD 57445

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

304

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

304

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#285 of 574

In Groton

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Groton Area School District 06-6

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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About Groton Area Elementary - 02

Groton Area Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Groton, SD, part of Groton Area School District 06-6. Groton Area Elementary - 02 serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Groton Area Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #285 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Groton Area Elementary - 02 show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with SD schools

6.3

This school 6.3 · Average
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Groton 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 Progress5.0Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics8.4Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+9.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile75th

Resources & Environment6.4Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1

Per-Pupil Spending$12,132

Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Groton Area Elementary - 02 — Students at Groton Area Elementary - 02 score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 75.1% (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

92%

ELA

92%

2010

Math

97.5%

ELA

92%

2011

Math

92%

ELA

92%

2012

Math

87%

ELA

92%

2014

Math

62%

ELA

82%

2015

Math

62%

ELA

72%

2016

Math

62%

ELA

62%

2017

Math

62%

ELA

62%

2018

Math

62%

ELA

77%

2019

Math

62%

ELA

77%

2020*

Math

57%

ELA

57%

2021*

Math

57%

ELA

57%

2022

Math

57%

ELA

62%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Groton Area Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

6.3/10

51th percentile in SD

Academic

8.4/10

Excellent

Growth

5.0/10

Average

Environment

6.4/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

21%

Teaching Staff

16:1 student-teacher ratio

19 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

7.6%

Location

PO Box 410, Groton, SD 57445

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Groton Area Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mike Miller Elementary - 07 (rated 8.6/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. Another option is C C Lee Elementary - 05 (rated 8.2/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RONCALLI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Groton, see our Groton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Groton Area High School - 01 Groton	0.2 mi	171	8.9
Groton Area Middle School - 04 Groton	0.2 mi	126	7.8
Hutterville Colony Elementary - 06 Stratford	13.9 mi	17	—
Newport Colony Elementary - 04 Langford	17.6 mi	51	2.3
Langford Area Elementary - 02 Langford	16.7 mi	111	4.9
Langford Area High School - 01 Langford	16.7 mi	44	8.8
Langford Area Middle School - 03 Langford	16.7 mi	41	5.8
Mike Miller Elementary - 07 Aberdeen	16.7 mi	266	8.6
Central High School - 01 Aberdeen	17.2 mi	1,374	5.8
New Beginnings - 89 Aberdeen	17.5 mi	8	—
RONCALLI JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Aberdeen	18.0 mi	177	7.1
ABERDEEN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Aberdeen	18.0 mi	177	7.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aberdeen	18.0 mi	59	4.5
Holgate Middle School - 02 Aberdeen	18.1 mi	490	7.0
O M Tiffany Elementary - 11 Aberdeen	18.1 mi	290	5.9
SDSBVI Elementary - 01 Aberdeen	18.2 mi	7	—
SDSBVI High School - 02 Aberdeen	18.2 mi	11	—
May Overby Elementary - 09 Aberdeen	18.2 mi	353	5.7
C C Lee Elementary - 05 Aberdeen	18.3 mi	373	8.2
RONCALLI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen	18.3 mi	266	7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57445 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,250

Median Home Value

$185,200

Median Rent

$972/mo

Population

2,033

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

78%

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Groton Area Elementary - 02

What grades does Groton Area Elementary - 02 serve?

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

How many students attend Groton Area Elementary - 02?

Groton Area Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.

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

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

How does Groton Area Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Groton Area Elementary - 02 ranks #285 of 574 schools in SD.

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

Groton Area Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Groton Area Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Groton Area Elementary - 02 has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Groton Area Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Groton Area Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

21.1% of students at Groton 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.