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Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05
Elementary School · Leola School District 44-2
PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 is a public elementary school in Leola, SD, part of the Leola School District 44-2. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. Students demonstrate 58% proficiency in math and 52% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $76,667, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456
- Phone
- (605) 439-3477
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 49.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 30% (2022).
Location
PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leola Elementary - 02 (rated 9.7/10, 9.7 miles away). Another option is Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 (rated 8.1/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Ipswich). Additionally, RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen). For more schools in Leola, see our Leola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 Leola | 4.4 mi | — |
| Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 Ipswich | 4.2 mi | — |
| Leola Elementary - 02 Leola | 9.7 mi | 9.7 |
| Leola High School - 01 Leola | 9.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Leola Jr. High - 03 Leola | 9.7 mi | — |
| Leola Alternative School - 07 Leola | 9.7 mi | — |
| Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 Ipswich | 9.2 mi | — |
| Ipswich Elementary - 02 Ipswich | 15.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Ipswich High School - 01 Ipswich | 15.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Ipswich Middle School - 04 Ipswich | 15.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 Ipswich | 18.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Leola | 21.0 mi | 7.8 |
| ABERDEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Aberdeen | 17.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 08 Aberdeen | 18.3 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ABERDEEN Aberdeen | 18.2 mi | — |
| Simmons Middle School - 03 Aberdeen | 19.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Simmons Elementary - 10 Aberdeen | 19.2 mi | 5.3 |
| C C Lee Elementary - 05 Aberdeen | 18.5 mi | 7.8 |
| BEHAVIORAL CARE SPECIALISTS LEARNING CENTER Aberdeen | 19.1 mi | — |
| RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL Aberdeen | 19.0 mi | 8.0 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 has a median household income of $76,667. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $72,100, with a median rent of $850/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls, SD | — |
| Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 Faulkton, SD | — |
| Clark Colony Elementary - 05 Raymond, SD | — |
| Clearfield Colony Elementary - 07 Tripp, SD | — |
| Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 Ipswich, SD | — |
| Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 Dewey, SD | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05
What grades does Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 serve?
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05?
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05?
The student-teacher ratio at Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 has 58.0% math proficiency and 51.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 a charter school?
No, Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 a Title I school?
No, Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05?
88.9% of students at Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McPherson County
- Phone
- (605) 439-3477
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Leola School District 44-2- District Enrollment
- 210
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,371
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