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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
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
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
- Website
- faith.k12.sd.us
- Phone
- (605) 967-2152
- 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
↑ ImprovingAverage 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.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 75% (2022).
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
- Phone
- (605) 967-2152
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Faith School District 46-2- District Enrollment
- 186
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,109
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