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#319 of 574 schools in SD

Iroquois Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Iroquois School District 02-3

111 E Washita St, Iroquois, SD 57353

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

118

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

118

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#319 of 574

In Iroquois

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Iroquois School District 02-3

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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About Iroquois Elementary - 04

Iroquois Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Iroquois, SD, part of Iroquois School District 02-3. Iroquois Elementary - 04 serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Iroquois Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #319 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Iroquois Elementary - 04 show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with SD schools

6.0

This school 6.0 · Average
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 118 students, Iroquois Elementary - 04 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.

Test scores at Iroquois Elementary - 04 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Iroquois Elementary - 04 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-2.68 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics4.4Below Average30%

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

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Math Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-5.9 pts

Adjusted Percentile25th

Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,257

Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Iroquois Elementary - 04 — Students at Iroquois Elementary - 04 score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 37.7% (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

74.5%

ELA

74.5%

2010

Math

44.5%

ELA

64.5%

2011

Math

44.5%

ELA

44.5%

2012

Math

54.5%

ELA

54.5%

2014

Math

15%

ELA

15%

2015

Math

15%

ELA

15%

2016

Math

15%

ELA

34.5%

2017

Math

15%

ELA

34.5%

2018

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2019

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2020*

Math

34.5%

ELA

34.5%

2021*

Math

34.5%

ELA

34.5%

2022

Math

34.5%

ELA

34.5%

* 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 Iroquois Elementary - 04 Compares

See how Iroquois Elementary - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.0/10

45th percentile in SD

Academic

4.4/10

Below Average

Growth

6.0/10

Average

Environment

8.3/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

50%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

8 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

7.6%

Location

111 E Washita St, Iroquois, SD 57353

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Iroquois Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington 4-5 Center - 20 (rated 7.3/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Huron), which scores notably higher. Another option is Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02 (rated 6.9/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby De Smet), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Willow Lake Elementary - 02 (rated 6.4/10, 21.0 miles away, in nearby Willow Lake), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Iroquois, see our Iroquois schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Iroquois High School - 01 Iroquois	0.0 mi	49	5.9
Iroquois Middle School - 02 Iroquois	0.0 mi	44	4.4
Pearl Creek Colony Elementary - 05 Iroquois	4.1 mi	11	—
SUNNY PLAINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Iroquois	7.0 mi	33	5.4
Collins Colony Elementary - 06 Willow Lake	14.6 mi	16	—
Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 Willow Lake	18.2 mi	21	—
Our Home ASAP - 12 Huron	14.5 mi	17	—
Our Home Rediscovery - 77 Huron	14.5 mi	3	—
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02 De Smet	14.6 mi	178	6.9
De Smet High School - 01 De Smet	14.7 mi	90	7.7
De Smet Middle School - 03 De Smet	14.7 mi	86	4.5
Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 Huron	16.4 mi	16	—
Willow Lake Elementary - 02 Willow Lake	21.0 mi	150	6.4
Willow Lake High School - 01 Willow Lake	21.0 mi	56	7.9
Willow Lake Middle School - 03 Willow Lake	21.0 mi	63	6.4
Madison 2-3 Center - 19 Huron	17.6 mi	440	6.4
JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huron	17.8 mi	185	6.8
Washington 4-5 Center - 20 Huron	18.3 mi	456	7.3
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huron	18.3 mi	87	5.5
Huron High School - 01 Huron	18.5 mi	853	5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57353 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,500

Median Home Value

$158,800

Median Rent

$700/mo

Population

925

College Educated

24.8%

Homeownership

88.7%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Iroquois Elementary - 04

What grades does Iroquois Elementary - 04 serve?

Iroquois Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Iroquois Elementary - 04?

Iroquois Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 118 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Iroquois Elementary - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Iroquois Elementary - 04 is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Iroquois Elementary - 04 rank in SD?

Iroquois Elementary - 04 ranks #319 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Iroquois Elementary - 04's MySchoolScout rating?

Iroquois Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Iroquois Elementary - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Iroquois Elementary - 04 has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Iroquois Elementary - 04 a charter school?

No, Iroquois Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Iroquois Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

No, Iroquois Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Iroquois Elementary - 04?

50.0% of students at Iroquois Elementary - 04 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.