Below Average

#475 of 574 schools in SD

Henry Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Henry School District 14-2

PO Box 8, Henry, SD 57243

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#475 of 574

In Henry

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Henry School District 14-2

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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About Henry Elementary - 02

Henry Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Henry, SD, part of Henry School District 14-2. Henry Elementary - 02 serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #475 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Henry Elementary - 02 show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below SD schools

4.5

This school 4.5 · Below Average
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 93 students, Henry 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.

Henry 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 Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-4.24 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics4.7Below Average30%

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

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Math Proficiency24.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-3.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile28th

Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,067

Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

Henry Elementary - 02 — Students at Henry Elementary - 02 score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 55.7% (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

95%

ELA

84.5%

2010

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2011

Math

74.5%

ELA

84.5%

2012

Math

84.5%

ELA

74.5%

2014

Math

34.5%

ELA

24.5%

2015

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2016

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2017

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2018

Math

69.5%

ELA

49.5%

2019

Math

69.5%

ELA

49.5%

2020*

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2021*

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2022

Math

24.5%

ELA

44.5%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Henry Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

4.5/10

17th percentile in SD

Academic

4.7/10

Below Average

Growth

2.5/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

9.2/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

57%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

9 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

9.7%

Location

PO Box 8, Henry, SD 57243

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mellette Elementary - 07 (rated 7.5/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 (rated 6.9/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Willow Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McKinley Elementary - 06 (rated 6.9/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Henry, see our Henry schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Henry High School - 01 Henry	0.0 mi	54	6.1
Henry Middle School - 03 Henry	0.0 mi	53	4.1
Silver Lake Colony - 07 Clark	7.3 mi	20	—
Florence Elementary - 02 Florence	13.5 mi	172	3.5
Florence High School - 01 Florence	13.5 mi	95	8.8
Florence Middle School - 03 Florence	13.5 mi	65	5.9
Hillcrest Colony Elementary - 05 Garden City	11.2 mi	32	3.0
Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 Willow Lake	14.0 mi	32	6.9
Clark Elementary - 02 Clark	13.6 mi	213	5.7
Hamlin Middle School - 02 Hayti	17.6 mi	182	4.5
Hamlin High School - 01 Hayti	17.6 mi	232	7.8
Hamlin Elementary - 09 Hayti	17.6 mi	467	6.4
Clark High School - 01 Clark	13.8 mi	102	6.5
Clark Middle School - 03 Clark	13.8 mi	87	3.5
Willow Lake Elementary - 02 Willow Lake	19.5 mi	150	6.4
Willow Lake High School - 01 Willow Lake	19.5 mi	56	7.9
Willow Lake Middle School - 03 Willow Lake	19.5 mi	63	6.4
McKinley Elementary - 06 Watertown	16.0 mi	255	6.9
Mellette Elementary - 07 Watertown	16.9 mi	235	7.5
Roosevelt Elementary - 08 Watertown	17.1 mi	148	4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,821

Median Home Value

$117,000

Median Rent

$1,063/mo

Population

521

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

90.6%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

56.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry Elementary - 02

What grades does Henry Elementary - 02 serve?

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

How many students attend Henry Elementary - 02?

Henry Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry Elementary - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry Elementary - 02 is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Henry Elementary - 02 ranks #475 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Henry Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Henry Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry Elementary - 02 has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Henry Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Henry Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

57.0% of students at Henry 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.