Needs Improvement

#560 of 574 schools in SD

Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Menno School District 33-2

PO Box 346, Menno, SD 57045

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

2.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

2.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#560 of 574

In Menno

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Menno School District 33-2

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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About Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04

Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Menno, SD, part of Menno School District 33-2. Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #560 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts below district

2.9

This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
District avg 5.2
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 43 students, Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 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.

Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 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 Progress1.6Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-4.8 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics2.3Needs Improvement30%

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

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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-16.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile6th

Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1

Per-Pupil Spending$15,003

Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 — Students at Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 28 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2010

Math

64.5%

ELA

64.5%

2011

Math

74.5%

ELA

64.5%

2012

Math

34.5%

ELA

64.5%

2013

Math

44.5%

ELA

64.5%

2014

Math

10%

ELA

10%

2015

Math

ELA

24.5%

2016

Math

24.5%

ELA

15%

2017

Math

ELA

24.5%

2018

Math

15%

ELA

34.5%

2019

Math

15%

ELA

34.5%

2020*

Math

15%

ELA

15%

2021*

Math

15%

ELA

15%

2022

Math

10%

ELA

10%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 Compares

See how Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

2.9/10

3th percentile in SD

Academic

2.3/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

1.6/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

7.2/10

Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

91%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

3 teachers

Location

PO Box 346, Menno, SD 57045

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 (rated 8.7/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Freeman), which scores notably higher. Another option is Menno Elementary - 02 (rated 7.4/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tyndall Elementary - 04 (rated 7.3/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Tyndall), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Menno, see our Menno schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Menno Elementary - 02 Menno	4.7 mi	89	7.4
Menno High School - 01 Menno	4.7 mi	66	7.6
Menno Middle School - 05 Menno	4.7 mi	44	4.5
Scotland Elementary - 02 Scotland	4.7 mi	113	4.7
Scotland High School - 01 Scotland	4.7 mi	77	7.4
Scotland Middle School - 05 Scotland	4.7 mi	83	5.2
Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Freeman	11.7 mi	34	8.7
Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 Menno	9.6 mi	20	—
Tschetter Colony Elementary - 03 Freeman	13.1 mi	46	2.2
FREEMAN ACADEMY Freeman	15.0 mi	73	8.3
Freeman Elementary - 02 Freeman	15.2 mi	188	5.9
Freeman High School - 01 Freeman	15.2 mi	95	6.7
Freeman Jr High - 05 Freeman	15.2 mi	61	7.0
Dawson Colony School - 20 Scotland	14.3 mi	32	2.8
Tyndall Elementary - 04 Tyndall	17.9 mi	184	7.3
Bon Homme High School - 01 Tyndall	17.9 mi	146	6.3
Bon Homme Middle School - 02 Tyndall	17.9 mi	105	7.8
Bon Homme PK - 08 Tyndall	17.9 mi	32	2.9
Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 Tabor	22.4 mi	33	4.4
Tripp-Delmont High School - 01 Tripp	17.0 mi	35	7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,000

Median Home Value

$114,400

Median Rent

$504/mo

Population

1,190

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

81.2%

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04

What grades does Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 serve?

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

How many students attend Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04?

Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 rank in SD?

Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 ranks #560 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04's MySchoolScout rating?

Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 a charter school?

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

Is Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04?

90.7% of students at Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.