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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08
Elementary School in Ethan · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Old Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 03
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About New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08
New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 is a public elementary school in Ethan, SD, part of Parkston School District 33-3. New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 21 students, New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 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.
New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 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.
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
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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
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. Hanson Elementary - 06 (rated 9.1/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Alexandria). Another option is Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 (rated 8.7/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Freeman). Additionally, Ethan Elementary - 02 (rated 7.7/10, 8.8 miles away). 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 | 6.3 |
| Rockport Colony Elementary- 10 Alexandria | 3.0 mi | — |
| Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05 Alexandria | 4.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Rosedale Colony Elementary - 11 Mitchell | 9.8 mi | — |
| Ethan Elementary - 02 Ethan | 8.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Ethan High School - 01 Ethan | 8.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Ethan Jr. High - 03 Ethan | 8.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Hanson High School - 01 Alexandria | 11.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Hanson Middle School - 02 Alexandria | 11.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Hanson Elementary - 06 Alexandria | 11.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Parkston Elementary - 02 Parkston | 9.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Parkston High School - 01 Parkston | 9.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Parkston Middle School - 05 Parkston | 9.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Our Home Parkston | 9.9 mi | — |
| Tschetter Colony Elementary - 03 Freeman | 10.8 mi | 2.2 |
| 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 | 6.0 |
| Bridgewater-Emery Middle School - 04 Emery | 13.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Freeman | 14.0 mi | 8.7 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.0%
- Phone
- (605) 928-3040
Resources & Links
District
Parkston School District 33-3- District Enrollment
- 569
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,564
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