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Maurine Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Faith School District 46-2

17291 US Hwy 212, Faith, SD 57626

Enrollment

18

Student-Teacher

9:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2022-23

About Maurine Elementary - 04

Maurine Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Faith, SD, part of the Faith School District 46-2. The school serves approximately 18 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 42% in reading/language arts.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $64,188, where 17% 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 18 students, Maurine Elementary - 04 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.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Maurine Elementary - 04 offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Maurine Elementary - 04 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
18 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Address
17291 US Hwy 212, Faith, SD 57626
Phone
(605) 967-2152
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
75%

* 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.

Location

17291 US Hwy 212, Faith, SD 57626

Nearby Schools

3 within 32.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Opal Elementary - 15 Whitewood 11.4 mi
Atall Elementary - 17 Whitewood 28.1 mi
Central Meade County School - 09 Whitewood 32.2 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,188

Median Home Value

$162,500

Median Rent

$550/mo

Population

909

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

76.4%

Poverty Rate

22.1%

Median Age

52.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Maurine Elementary - 04 has a median household income of $64,188. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $162,500, with a median rent of $550/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maurine Elementary - 04

What grades does Maurine Elementary - 04 serve?

Maurine Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Maurine Elementary - 04?

Maurine Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maurine Elementary - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Maurine Elementary - 04 is 9:1. 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 Maurine Elementary - 04?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Maurine Elementary - 04 has 25.0% math proficiency and 41.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Maurine Elementary - 04 a charter school?

No, Maurine Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maurine Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

No, Maurine Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

County Safety
Average (561/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Meade County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Faith School District 46-2
District Enrollment
186
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,109

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