Very Good

#131 of 574 schools in SD

Top 23% in state

Herreid Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Herreid School District 10-1

PO Box 276, Herreid, SD 57632

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#131 of 574

In Herreid

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Herreid School District 10-1

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Herreid Elementary - 02

Herreid Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Herreid, SD, part of Herreid School District 10-1. Herreid Elementary - 02 serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Herreid Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Herreid Elementary - 02 show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above SD schools

7.7

This school 7.7 · Very Good
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 73 students, Herreid 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.

Herreid 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 Progress6.0Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.66 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.1Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency64.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency64.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+18.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile86th

Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,331

Chronic Absenteeism1.4%

Herreid Elementary - 02 — Students at Herreid Elementary - 02 score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 78.2% (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

90%

ELA

90%

2010

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2011

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2012

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2014

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2015

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2016

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2017

Math

49.5%

ELA

69.5%

2018

Math

49.5%

ELA

69.5%

2019

Math

49.5%

ELA

69.5%

2020*

Math

64.5%

ELA

74.5%

2021*

Math

64.5%

ELA

74.5%

2022

Math

64.5%

ELA

64.5%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Herreid Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

7.7/10

77th percentile in SD

Academic

9.1/10

Excellent

Growth

6.0/10

Average

Environment

9.6/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

34%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

7 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

1.4%

Location

PO Box 276, Herreid, SD 57632

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Herreid Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 30.7 miles away, in nearby Linton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eureka Elementary - 02 (rated 8.6/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Eureka), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 (rated 8.3/10, 26.8 miles away, in nearby Mobridge), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Herreid, see our Herreid schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 26.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Herreid High School - 01 Herreid	0.0 mi	42	7.9
Herreid Middle School - 03 Herreid	0.0 mi	32	5.9
ZEELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Zeeland	14.7 mi	12	—
ZEELAND HIGH SCHOOL Zeeland	14.7 mi	16	—
STRASBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Strasburg	21.2 mi	58	7.3
STRASBURG HIGH SCHOOL Strasburg	21.2 mi	57	9.4
Selby High School - 01 Selby	22.7 mi	52	8.4
Selby Elementary - 02 Selby	22.7 mi	85	7.0
Selby Middle School - 03 Selby	22.7 mi	46	5.4
Eureka Elementary - 02 Eureka	22.0 mi	105	8.6
Eureka High School - 01 Eureka	22.0 mi	39	7.7
Eureka Jr. High - 03 Eureka	22.0 mi	27	—
LINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Linton	30.7 mi	164	9.4
LINTON HIGH SCHOOL Linton	30.7 mi	82	7.5
Mobridge High School - 01 Mobridge	26.7 mi	190	7.8
Freeman Davis Elementary - 03 Mobridge	26.9 mi	146	7.4
Mobridge Middle School - 02 Mobridge	26.8 mi	111	7.6
Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 Mobridge	26.8 mi	144	8.3
Wakpala Elementary - 02 Wakpala	26.3 mi	84	7.8
Wakpala High School - 01 Wakpala	26.3 mi	64	6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,361

Median Home Value

$83,100

Median Rent

$631/mo

Population

687

College Educated

27.8%

Homeownership

73.8%

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

50.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Wakpala Elementary - 02 Wakpala, SD	84	7.8
Little Eagle School Little Eagle, SD	67	7.6
South Central Elementary - 03 Bonesteel, SD	58	7.6
Menno Elementary - 02 Menno, SD	89	7.4
CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY LOVING SCHOOL Sioux Falls, SD	81	8.1
Onida Elementary - 04 Onida, SD	85	7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Herreid Elementary - 02

What grades does Herreid Elementary - 02 serve?

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

How many students attend Herreid Elementary - 02?

Herreid Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Herreid Elementary - 02 is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Herreid Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Herreid Elementary - 02 ranks #131 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Herreid Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Herreid Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Herreid Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Herreid Elementary - 02 has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Herreid Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Herreid Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

34.2% of students at Herreid 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.