Excellent

#50 of 574 schools in SD

Top 9% in state

Montrose Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Montrose School District 43-2

309 S Church Ave, Montrose, SD 57048

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

117

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

117

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#50 of 574

In Montrose

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Montrose School District 43-2

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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About Montrose Elementary - 02

Montrose Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Montrose, SD, part of Montrose School District 43-2. Montrose Elementary - 02 serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Montrose Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Montrose Elementary - 02 show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Montrose Elementary - 02

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Montrose School District serves 242 students across grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12, maintaining a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1 1 . The district provides 1:1 technology access, supplying Chromebooks or laptops to students in grades K-12 1 . The class of 2026 seniors includes Xander Behrens, Lexi Bryant, Dawson Dorr, Addi Gordon, Maddie Graff, Lilly Hendrickson, Zaidee Huls, Cole Ihnen, Kylie Jasper, Paislee Lindstrom, Cami McGuire, Kasen McIlravy, Alaina Pawlowski, Zane Price, and Olivia Rowley 1 .

Sources (1)

www.montrose.k12.sd.us

How it compares2.4 pts above district

8.5

This school 8.5 · Excellent
District avg 6.1
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 117 students, Montrose Elementary - 02 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.

Montrose Elementary - 02 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 Progress8.1Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-1.62 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.3Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency64.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency74.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+18.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile90th

Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,672

Montrose Elementary - 02 — Students at Montrose Elementary - 02 score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 69.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009

Math

74.5%

ELA

74.5%

2010

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2011

Math

84.5%

ELA

74.5%

2012

Math

74.5%

ELA

74.5%

2014

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2015

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2016

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2017

Math

44.5%

ELA

64.5%

2018

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2019

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2020*

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2021*

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2022

Math

64.5%

ELA

74.5%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Montrose Elementary - 02 Compares

See how Montrose Elementary - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.5/10

92th percentile in SD

Academic

9.3/10

Excellent

Growth

8.1/10

Excellent

Environment

8.3/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

18%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

9 teachers

Location

309 S Church Ave, Montrose, SD 57048

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montrose Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canistota Elementary - 02 (rated 9.0/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Canistota), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 (rated 8.8/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Hartford), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Salem), a more accessible option. For more schools in Montrose, see our Montrose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Montrose High School - 01 Montrose	0.0 mi	57	7.5
Montrose Middle School - 03 Montrose	0.0 mi	52	5.5
Orland Colony Elementary - 04 Montrose	8.5 mi	39	3.7
West Central Humboldt Elementary - 02 Hartford	7.0 mi	403	6.4
Canistota Elementary - 02 Canistota	8.8 mi	158	9.0
Canistota High School - 01 Canistota	8.8 mi	87	8.0
Canistota Middle School - 03 Canistota	8.8 mi	67	6.7
Rustic Acres Elementary - 04 Chester	12.8 mi	39	5.7
McCook Central Elementary - 02 Salem	10.1 mi	208	3.6
McCook Central High School - 01 Salem	10.1 mi	121	5.0
McCook Central Middle School - 03 Salem	10.1 mi	115	4.3
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Salem	10.3 mi	40	6.6
Graceville Colony - 07 Winfred	16.6 mi	21	—
Goldenview Colony School - 04 Salem	12.8 mi	28	—
West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 Hartford	13.4 mi	273	8.8
West Central Middle School - 04 Hartford	13.6 mi	302	4.7
West Central High School - 01 Hartford	13.7 mi	398	5.5
Tri-Valley High School - 01 Colton	13.5 mi	275	8.6
Tri-Valley Intermediate School - 03 Colton	13.5 mi	303	6.3
Tri-Valley Elementary in Colton - 02 Colton	13.5 mi	154	5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,375

Median Home Value

$328,300

Median Rent

$560/mo

Population

1,353

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

84.9%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montrose Elementary - 02

What grades does Montrose Elementary - 02 serve?

Montrose Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Montrose Elementary - 02?

Montrose Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montrose Elementary - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Montrose Elementary - 02 is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Montrose Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Montrose Elementary - 02 ranks #50 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Montrose Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Montrose Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Montrose Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Montrose Elementary - 02 has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Montrose Elementary - 02 a charter school?

No, Montrose Elementary - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Montrose Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

No, Montrose Elementary - 02 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montrose Elementary - 02?

17.9% of students at Montrose Elementary - 02 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.