Needs Improvement
#552 of 574 schools in SD
Horace Mann Elementary - 07
Elementary School · Rapid City Area School District 51-4
902 Anamosa St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#552 of 574
In Rapid City
#20 of 23
public schools
In district
#20 of 24
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
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Horace Mann Elementary - 07
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About Horace Mann Elementary - 07
Horace Mann Elementary - 07 is a public elementary school in Rapid City, SD, part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4. Horace Mann Elementary - 07 serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Horace Mann Elementary - 07 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #552 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Horace Mann Elementary - 07 show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Horace Mann Elementary - 07 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Horace Mann Elementary - 07 — Students at Horace Mann Elementary - 07 score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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: 3.3/10.
How Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Compares
See how Horace Mann Elementary - 07 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
902 Anamosa St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horace Mann Elementary - 07 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 (rated 6.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grandview Elementary - 06 (rated 5.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, General Beadle Elementary - 01 (rated 4.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central High School - 41 Rapid City | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Rapid City Online High School - 92 Rapid City | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| North Middle School - 35 Rapid City | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| General Beadle Elementary - 01 Rapid City | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Lincoln Building - 44 Rapid City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Jefferson Building - 64 Rapid City | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 Rapid City | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Wellfully - 65 Rapid City | 1.6 mi | — |
| South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| South Middle School - 36 Rapid City | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| ST THOMAS MORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rapid City | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City | 2.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Grandview Elementary - 06 Rapid City | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI Rapid City | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| West Middle School - 37 Rapid City | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 Rapid City | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 Rapid City | 2.9 mi | 3.6 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| South Canyon Elementary - 15 Rapid City | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,733
Median Home Value
$229,900
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
45,221
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City, SD | 3.0 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 Rapid City, SD | 3.2 |
| Flandreau Elementary - 04 Flandreau, SD | 3.3 |
| Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City, SD | 2.9 |
| South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City, SD | 2.9 |
| Dupree Elementary - 02 Dupree, SD | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horace Mann Elementary - 07
What grades does Horace Mann Elementary - 07 serve?
Horace Mann Elementary - 07 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Horace Mann Elementary - 07?
Horace Mann Elementary - 07 has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horace Mann Elementary - 07?
The student-teacher ratio at Horace Mann Elementary - 07 is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Horace Mann Elementary - 07 rank in SD?
Horace Mann Elementary - 07 ranks #552 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Horace Mann Elementary - 07's MySchoolScout rating?
Horace Mann Elementary - 07 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Horace Mann Elementary - 07?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Horace Mann Elementary - 07 has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Horace Mann Elementary - 07 a charter school?
No, Horace Mann Elementary - 07 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horace Mann Elementary - 07 a Title I school?
No, Horace Mann Elementary - 07 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Horace Mann Elementary - 07?
100.0% of students at Horace Mann Elementary - 07 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pennington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (605) 394-1847
Resources & Links
District
Rapid City Area School District 51-4- District Enrollment
- 12,432
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,380
- District Rank
- #20 of 24
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