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Newdale Colony Elementary - 04
Elementary School · Elkton School District 05-3
21336 484th Ave, Elkton, SD 57026
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
27:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
27:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Newdale Colony Elementary - 04
Elementary School in Elkton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Newdale Colony Elementary - 04
Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Elkton, SD, part of Elkton School District 05-3. Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 27:1 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 Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 27 students, Newdale 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.
Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 runs 27:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Newdale 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Address
- 21336 484th Ave, Elkton, SD 57026
- Phone
- (605) 542-2541
- 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 16 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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.
Location
21336 484th Ave, Elkton, SD 57026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE BENTON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Lake Benton). Another option is HENDRICKS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Hendricks). Additionally, Hillcrest Elementary - 04 (rated 6.3/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Brookings). For more schools in Elkton, see our Elkton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elkton Elementary - 02 Elkton | 4.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Elkton High School - 01 Elkton | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Elkton Jr. High - 03 Elkton | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Rolland Colony Elementary - 05 White | 4.8 mi | — |
| Norfeld Colony Elementary - 07 White | 9.5 mi | — |
| Deubrook High School - 01 White | 11.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Deubrook Jr. High - 02 White | 11.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Pleasant Valley Colony Elementary - 06 Flandreau | 16.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Flandreau Indian Boarding School Flandreau | 16.1 mi | — |
| HENDRICKS ELEMENTARY Hendricks | 15.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Hendricks High School Hendricks | 15.9 mi | 6.6 |
| MNVSS Hendricks | 15.9 mi | 7.5 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookings | 12.1 mi | — |
| LAKE BENTON ELEMENTARY Lake Benton | 12.2 mi | 8.5 |
| LAKE BENTON SECONDARY Lake Benton | 12.2 mi | — |
| George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 Brookings | 12.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Flandreau Elementary - 04 Flandreau | 16.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Flandreau High School - 01 Flandreau | 16.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Flandreau Middle School - 03 Flandreau | 16.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Hillcrest Elementary - 04 Brookings | 12.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,056
Median Home Value
$203,600
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
1,491
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
68.6%
Avg Commute
16.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newdale Colony Elementary - 04
What grades does Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 serve?
Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Newdale Colony Elementary - 04?
Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newdale Colony Elementary - 04?
The student-teacher ratio at Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 is 27:1. 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 Newdale Colony Elementary - 04?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 a charter school?
No, Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 a Title I school?
No, Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Brookings County
- Phone
- (605) 542-2541
Resources & Links
District
Elkton School District 05-3- District Enrollment
- 453
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,628
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