Needs Improvement
#555 of 574 schools in SD
Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08
Elementary School · Rapid City Area School District 51-4
1701 Downing St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#555 of 574
In Rapid City
#21 of 23
public schools
In district
#21 of 24
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
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Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08
Elementary School in Rapid City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08
Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 is a public elementary school in Rapid City, SD, part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4. Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #555 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 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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Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 — Students at Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 score 17% 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 28 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: 2.8/10.
How Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Compares
See how Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1701 Downing St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grandview Elementary - 06 (rated 5.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 miNeighborhood 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 |
|---|---|
| Terry Redlin Elementary - 11 Sioux Falls, SD | 3.0 |
| Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City, SD | 3.1 |
| Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City, SD | 2.9 |
| South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City, SD | 2.9 |
| Cleveland Elementary - 14 Sioux Falls, SD | 3.2 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 Rapid City, SD | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08
What grades does Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 serve?
Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08?
Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08?
The student-teacher ratio at Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 rank in SD?
Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 ranks #555 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08's MySchoolScout rating?
Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 a charter school?
No, Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 a Title I school?
No, Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08?
100.0% of students at Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 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
- 357
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pennington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.7%
- Phone
- (605) 394-1851
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
- #21 of 24
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