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Longvalley Elementary - 10
Elementary School · Kadoka Area School District 35-2
PO Box 99, Kadoka, SD 57543
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Longvalley Elementary - 10
Elementary School in Kadoka · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Longvalley Elementary - 10
Longvalley Elementary - 10 is a public elementary school in Kadoka, SD, part of Kadoka Area School District 35-2. Longvalley Elementary - 10 serves approximately 26 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Longvalley Elementary - 10 show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 26 students, Longvalley Elementary - 10 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, Longvalley Elementary - 10 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Longvalley Elementary - 10 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Address
- PO Box 99, Kadoka, SD 57543
- Website
- kadoka.k12.sd.us
- Phone
- (605) 837-2173
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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
Location
PO Box 99, Kadoka, SD 57543
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longvalley Elementary - 10 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kadoka Elementary - 02 (rated 9.2/10, 22.3 miles away). Another option is Norris Elementary - 08 (rated 6.7/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby White River). Additionally, Spring Creek Elementary - 07 (rated 5.7/10, 36.1 miles away, in nearby St. Francis). For more schools in Kadoka, see our Kadoka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 36.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crazy Horse School Wanblee | 9.4 mi | — |
| Norris Elementary - 08 White River | 15.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Kadoka Area High School - 01 Kadoka | 22.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Kadoka Elementary - 02 Kadoka | 22.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Kadoka Middle School - 03 Kadoka | 22.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Bennett County High School - 01 Martin | 26.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Bennett County Middle School - 06 Martin | 26.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Bennett County Elementary School - 03 Martin | 26.4 mi | 3.8 |
| American Horse School Allen | 26.8 mi | 4.1 |
| He Dog Elementary - 05 Parmelee | 26.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Interior Elementary - 09 Kadoka | 28.3 mi | — |
| Spring Creek Elementary - 07 St. Francis | 36.1 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,771
Median Home Value
$159,100
Median Rent
$569/mo
Population
786
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
66.8%
Poverty Rate
37.3%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Longvalley Elementary - 10
What grades does Longvalley Elementary - 10 serve?
Longvalley Elementary - 10 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Longvalley Elementary - 10?
Longvalley Elementary - 10 has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longvalley Elementary - 10?
The student-teacher ratio at Longvalley Elementary - 10 is 5.2:1. 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 Longvalley Elementary - 10?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longvalley Elementary - 10 has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Longvalley Elementary - 10 a charter school?
No, Longvalley Elementary - 10 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longvalley Elementary - 10 a Title I school?
No, Longvalley Elementary - 10 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longvalley Elementary - 10?
11.5% of students at Longvalley Elementary - 10 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
- 26
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.5%
- Phone
- (605) 837-2173
Resources & Links
District
Kadoka Area School District 35-2- District Enrollment
- 303
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,201
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