Very Good

#102 of 574 schools in SD

Top 18% in state

Ipswich Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Ipswich Public School District 22-6

PO Box 306, Ipswich, SD 57451

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

177

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

177

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#102 of 574

In Ipswich

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Ipswich Public School District 22-6

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Ipswich Elementary - 02

Ipswich Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Ipswich, SD, part of Ipswich Public School District 22-6. Ipswich Elementary - 02 serves approximately 177 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ipswich Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #102 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Ipswich Elementary - 02 show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district

7.9

This school 7.9 · Very Good
District avg 7.8
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 177 students, Ipswich 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.

Ipswich 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 Progress7.6Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-1.91 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.0Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+15.3 pts

Adjusted Percentile84th

Resources & Environment6.9Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,269

Ipswich Elementary - 02 — Students at Ipswich Elementary - 02 score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 72.8% (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

87%

ELA

92%

2010

Math

82%

ELA

92%

2011

Math

87%

ELA

82%

2012

Math

77%

ELA

87%

2014

Math

57%

ELA

67%

2015

Math

62%

ELA

57%

2016

Math

62%

ELA

62%

2017

Math

62%

ELA

62%

2018

Math

72%

ELA

72%

2019

Math

72%

ELA

72%

2020*

Math

62%

ELA

67%

2021*

Math

62%

ELA

67%

2022

Math

62%

ELA

67%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Ipswich Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

7.9/10

82th percentile in SD

Academic

9.0/10

Excellent

Growth

7.6/10

Very Good

Environment

6.9/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

24%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

15 teachers

Location

PO Box 306, Ipswich, SD 57451

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ipswich Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 (rated 8.5/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Faulkton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Faulkton Elementary - 02 (rated 8.5/10, 28.8 miles away, in nearby Faulkton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Leola Elementary - 02 (rated 8.4/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Leola), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ipswich, see our Ipswich schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 28.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Ipswich High School - 01 Ipswich	0.0 mi	96	8.3
Ipswich Middle School - 04 Ipswich	0.0 mi	79	6.6
Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 Ipswich	5.2 mi	31	7.6
Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 Ipswich	9.5 mi	23	—
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 Ipswich	11.7 mi	22	—
Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 Faulkton	15.5 mi	34	5.4
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 Leola	15.1 mi	27	—
Leola Elementary - 02 Leola	19.5 mi	56	8.4
Leola High School - 01 Leola	19.5 mi	41	8.7
Leola Jr. High - 03 Leola	19.5 mi	27	—
Leola Alternative School - 07 Leola	19.5 mi	13	—
Edmunds Central High School - 01 Roscoe	14.9 mi	39	8.2
Edmunds Central Middle School - 02 Roscoe	14.9 mi	32	5.9
Edmunds Central Elementary - 05 Roscoe	14.9 mi	64	5.3
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 Leola	19.2 mi	15	—
Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 Faulkton	21.1 mi	32	8.5
Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 Faulkton	24.1 mi	19	—
Brentwood Colony Virtual High School - 92 Faulkton	24.1 mi	5	—
Faulkton Elementary - 02 Faulkton	28.8 mi	175	8.5
Faulkton High School - 01 Faulkton	28.8 mi	76	8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57451 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,795

Median Home Value

$221,100

Median Rent

$1,019/mo

Population

2,568

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

81.9%

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ipswich Elementary - 02

What grades does Ipswich Elementary - 02 serve?

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

How many students attend Ipswich Elementary - 02?

Ipswich Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 177 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ipswich Elementary - 02 is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ipswich Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Ipswich Elementary - 02 ranks #102 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Ipswich Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Ipswich Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Ipswich Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ipswich Elementary - 02 has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ipswich Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Ipswich Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

23.7% of students at Ipswich 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.