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New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08
Elementary School · Parkston School District 33-3
41844 269th St, Ethan, SD 57334
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08
New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 is a public elementary school in Ethan, SD, part of the Parkston School District 33-3. The school serves approximately 21 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.5:1. Students demonstrate 20% proficiency in math and 37% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $60,000, where 23% 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 21 students, New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 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.
Located in a rural area, New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Address
- 41844 269th St, Ethan, SD 57334
- Website
- parkston.k12.sd.us
- Phone
- (605) 928-3040
- 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
↓ 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 25% (2019) to 10% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 10% (2022).
Location
41844 269th St, Ethan, SD 57334
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ethan Elementary - 02 (rated 7.5/10, 8.8 miles away). Another option is Old Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 03 (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Parkston). Additionally, Hanson Elementary - 06 (rated 7.3/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Alexandria). For more schools in Ethan, see our Ethan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Old Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 03 Parkston | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Rockport Colony Elementary- 10 Alexandria | 3.0 mi | — |
| Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05 Alexandria | 4.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Rosedale Colony Elementary - 11 Mitchell | 9.8 mi | — |
| Ethan Elementary - 02 Ethan | 8.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Ethan High School - 01 Ethan | 8.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Ethan Jr. High - 03 Ethan | 8.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Hanson High School - 01 Alexandria | 11.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Hanson Middle School - 02 Alexandria | 11.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Hanson Elementary - 06 Alexandria | 11.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Parkston Elementary - 02 Parkston | 9.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Parkston High School - 01 Parkston | 9.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Parkston Middle School - 05 Parkston | 9.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Our Home Parkston | 9.9 mi | — |
| Tschetter Colony Elementary - 03 Freeman | 10.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Millbrook Colony Elementary - 04 Alexandria | 12.7 mi | — |
| Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 Alexandria | 12.7 mi | — |
| Bridgewater-Emery High School - 01 Emery | 13.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Bridgewater-Emery Middle School - 04 Emery | 13.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Freeman | 14.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57334 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,000
Median Home Value
$179,800
Median Rent
$769/mo
Population
886
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
75.8%
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
32.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 has a median household income of $60,000. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $179,800, with a median rent of $769/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08
What grades does New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 serve?
New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08?
New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08?
The student-teacher ratio at New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 is 10.5:1. 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 New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 has 20.0% math proficiency and 36.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 a charter school?
No, New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 a Title I school?
No, New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08?
85.7% of students at New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Hutchinson County
- Phone
- (605) 928-3040
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Parkston School District 33-3- District Enrollment
- 569
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,564
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