Excellent

#76 of 574 schools in SD

Top 13% in state

Kimball Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Kimball School District 07-2

PO Box 479, Kimball, SD 57355

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

122

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Enrollment

122

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#76 of 574

In Kimball

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Kimball School District 07-2

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Kimball Elementary - 02?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Read rating Nearby schools

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Elementary School in Kimball · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Kimball Elementary - 02

Kimball Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Kimball, SD, part of Kimball School District 07-2. Kimball Elementary - 02 serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Kimball Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #76 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Kimball Elementary - 02 show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district

8.2

This school 8.2 · Excellent
District avg 7.4
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 122 students, Kimball 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.

Kimball 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 Progress8.5Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

View breakdown

Years of Data13

Annual Change-1.29 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.4Excellent30%

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

View breakdown

Math Proficiency84.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

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

vs. Expected+20.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile90th

Resources & Environment5.6Average20%

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

View breakdown

Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,655

Kimball Elementary - 02 — Students at Kimball Elementary - 02 score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 83.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 69.5% (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

82%

2010

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2011

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2012

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2014

Math

64.5%

ELA

54.5%

2015

Math

74.5%

ELA

64.5%

2016

Math

95%

ELA

64.5%

2017

Math

95%

ELA

64.5%

2018

Math

84.5%

ELA

74.5%

2019

Math

84.5%

ELA

74.5%

2020*

Math

74.5%

ELA

54.5%

2021*

Math

74.5%

ELA

54.5%

2022

Math

84.5%

ELA

54.5%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Kimball Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

8.2/10

87th percentile in SD

Academic

9.4/10

Excellent

Growth

8.5/10

Excellent

Environment

5.6/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

25%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

9 teachers

Location

PO Box 479, Kimball, SD 57355

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kimball Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 (rated 8.9/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Platte), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Plankinton Elementary - 02 (rated 8.3/10, 23.9 miles away, in nearby Plankinton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 (rated 8.1/10, 25.5 miles away, in nearby Platte), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kimball, see our Kimball schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Kimball Middle School - 04 Kimball	0.0 mi	96	6.8
Kimball High School - 01 Kimball	0.0 mi	81	8.1
Grass Ranch Colony Elementary - 13 Kimball	7.7 mi	50	6.6
Grass Ranch Colony High School - 15 Kimball	7.7 mi	14	—
White Lake Elementary - 02 White Lake	12.4 mi	66	4.0
White Lake High School - 01 White Lake	12.4 mi	35	4.5
White Lake Middle School - 03 White Lake	12.4 mi	23	—
Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 Platte	16.6 mi	43	8.9
Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 Wessington Springs	20.7 mi	19	—
Platte Colony Elementary - 10 Platte	20.9 mi	23	—
Chamberlain High School - 01 Chamberlain	18.8 mi	272	7.0
Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 Chamberlain	18.8 mi	194	5.6
Platte - Geddes High School - 01 Platte	25.5 mi	120	7.5
Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 Platte	25.5 mi	100	7.2
Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 Platte	25.5 mi	223	8.1
ST JOSEPH INDIAN SCHOOL Chamberlain	19.2 mi	124	7.7
Chamberlain Elementary - 03 Chamberlain	19.1 mi	382	6.8
DAKOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corsica	28.8 mi	98	7.1
Plankinton Elementary - 02 Plankinton	23.9 mi	152	8.3
Plankinton High School - 01 Plankinton	23.9 mi	98	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,455

Median Home Value

$169,400

Median Rent

$772/mo

Population

1,350

College Educated

22.2%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.3%

Median Age

40.3

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Highmore Elementary - 02 Highmore, SD	138	8.2
Pierre Indian Learning Center Pierre, SD	127	8.2
CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY LOVING SCHOOL Sioux Falls, SD	81	8.1
Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 Mobridge, SD	144	8.3
Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 Mount Vernon, SD	117	8.3
Plankinton Elementary - 02 Plankinton, SD	152	8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kimball Elementary - 02

What grades does Kimball Elementary - 02 serve?

Kimball Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Kimball Elementary - 02?

Kimball Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Kimball Elementary - 02 is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kimball Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Kimball Elementary - 02 ranks #76 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Kimball Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Kimball Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Kimball Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kimball Elementary - 02 has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kimball Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Kimball Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

24.6% of students at Kimball 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.