Excellent

#55 of 574 schools in SD

Top 9% in state

Leola Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Leola School District 44-2

PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#55 of 574

In Leola

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Leola School District 44-2

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Leola Elementary - 02

Leola Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Leola, SD, part of Leola School District 44-2. Leola Elementary - 02 serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Leola Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Leola Elementary - 02 show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district

8.4

This school 8.4 · Excellent
District avg 7.0
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 56 students, Leola 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.

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Leola Elementary - 02 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Leola 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 Progress6.9Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.3 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.9Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency69.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency90% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency80% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+31.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile99th

Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio9.3:1

Per-Pupil Spending$17,371

Chronic Absenteeism10.7%

Leola Elementary - 02 — Students at Leola Elementary - 02 score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 74.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 75.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

95%

ELA

84.5%

2010

Math

95%

ELA

84.5%

2011

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2012

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2014

Math

74.5%

ELA

74.5%

2015

Math

74.5%

ELA

54.5%

2016

Math

64.5%

ELA

64.5%

2017

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2018

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2019

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2020*

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2021*

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2022

Math

69.5%

ELA

90%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Leola Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

8.4/10

91th percentile in SD

Academic

9.9/10

Excellent

Growth

6.9/10

Average

Environment

9.7/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

27%

Teaching Staff

9:1 student-teacher ratio

6 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

10.7%

Location

PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leola Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ipswich Elementary - 02 (rated 7.9/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Ipswich), with a comparable rating. Another option is Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 (rated 7.6/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Ipswich), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Frederick Area Elementary - 02 (rated 7.0/10, 22.3 miles away, in nearby Frederick), a more accessible option. For more schools in Leola, see our Leola schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 27.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Leola High School - 01 Leola	0.0 mi	41	8.7
Leola Jr. High - 03 Leola	0.0 mi	27	—
Leola Alternative School - 07 Leola	0.0 mi	13	—
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 Ipswich	9.3 mi	22	—
Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 Ipswich	10.2 mi	23	—
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 Leola	8.0 mi	15	—
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 Leola	9.7 mi	27	—
Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Leola	13.2 mi	31	5.5
Ipswich Elementary - 02 Ipswich	19.5 mi	177	7.9
Ipswich High School - 01 Ipswich	19.5 mi	96	8.3
Ipswich Middle School - 04 Ipswich	19.5 mi	79	6.6
Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 Ipswich	24.1 mi	31	7.6
Frederick Area Elementary - 02 Frederick	22.3 mi	92	7.0
Frederick High School - 01 Frederick	22.3 mi	66	7.0
Frederick Area Middle School - 03 Frederick	22.3 mi	37	8.8
Edmunds Central High School - 01 Roscoe	26.8 mi	39	8.2
Edmunds Central Middle School - 02 Roscoe	26.8 mi	32	5.9
Edmunds Central Elementary - 05 Roscoe	26.8 mi	64	5.3
ABERDEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Aberdeen	26.5 mi	232	7.0
ELLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ellendale	27.9 mi	120	6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,667

Median Home Value

$72,100

Median Rent

$850/mo

Population

638

College Educated

36%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leola Elementary - 02

What grades does Leola Elementary - 02 serve?

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

How many students attend Leola Elementary - 02?

Leola Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Leola Elementary - 02 is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leola Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Leola Elementary - 02 ranks #55 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Leola Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Leola Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Leola Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leola Elementary - 02 has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Leola Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Leola Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

26.8% of students at Leola 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.