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#210 of 574 schools in SD

Top 36% in state

Based on limited data

North Park Elementary - 08

Elementary School · Belle Fourche School District 09-1

2305 13th Ave, Belle Fourche, SD 57717

Last updated: July 2026

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on SD statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – Kindergarten

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – Kindergarten

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#210 of 574

In Belle Fourche

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Belle Fourche School District 09-1

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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About North Park Elementary - 08

North Park Elementary - 08 is a public elementary school in Belle Fourche, SD, part of Belle Fourche School District 09-1. North Park Elementary - 08 serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. North Park Elementary - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #210 of 574 schools in SD.

Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.

How it compares1.0 pts above district

6.9

This school 6.9 · Average
District avg 6.0
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 88 students, North Park 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.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics

Student Progress—Not Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.3Average49%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on SD state average

Resources & Environment7.4Very Good51%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1

Per-Pupil Spending$10,737

Chronic Absenteeism17%

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How North Park Elementary - 08 Compares

See how North Park Elementary - 08 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.9/10

64th percentile in SD

Academic

6.3/10

Average

Environment

7.4/10

Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

42%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

8 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

17.0%

Location

2305 13th Ave, Belle Fourche, SD 57717

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Park Elementary - 08 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitewood Elementary - 04 (rated 8.9/10, 18.4 miles away, in nearby Whitewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Creekside Elementary - 07 (rated 6.9/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Spearfish), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mountain View Elementary - 08 (rated 6.9/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Spearfish), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Belle Fourche, see our Belle Fourche schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Belle Fourche High School - 01 Belle Fourche	1.2 mi	372	6.7
Belle Fourche Education Connection - 09 Belle Fourche	1.2 mi	35	3.8
South Park Elementary - 03 Belle Fourche	1.6 mi	396	5.0
Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 Belle Fourche	2.3 mi	405	4.8
Creekside Elementary - 07 Spearfish	11.9 mi	519	6.9
Spearfish High School - 01 Spearfish	12.4 mi	771	6.1
Spearfish Middle School - 05 Spearfish	12.5 mi	573	5.1
West Elementary - 03 Spearfish	13.0 mi	348	6.8
Mountain View Elementary - 08 Spearfish	13.2 mi	166	6.9
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills Elementary - 09 Spearfish	13.6 mi	7	—
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills High School - 10 Spearfish	13.6 mi	18	—
BLACK HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spearfish	14.6 mi	144	6.7
Whitewood Elementary - 04 Whitewood	18.4 mi	124	8.9
Lead-Deadwood Elementary - 03 Deadwood	21.9 mi	244	4.6
Lead-Deadwood Middle School - 02 Lead	23.3 mi	144	5.9
Lead-Deadwood High School - 01 Lead	23.3 mi	218	7.8
Newell Elementary - 02 Newell	21.0 mi	125	4.6
Newell High School - 01 Newell	21.0 mi	66	5.8
Newell Middle School - 04 Newell	21.0 mi	52	4.4
Sturgis Williams Middle School - 02 Sturgis	25.0 mi	485	5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57717 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,326

Median Home Value

$215,000

Median Rent

$937/mo

Population

8,711

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Park Elementary - 08

What grades does North Park Elementary - 08 serve?

North Park Elementary - 08 serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.

How many students attend North Park Elementary - 08?

North Park Elementary - 08 has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Park Elementary - 08?

The student-teacher ratio at North Park Elementary - 08 is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Park Elementary - 08 rank in SD?

North Park Elementary - 08 ranks #210 of 574 schools in SD.

What is North Park Elementary - 08's MySchoolScout rating?

North Park Elementary - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is North Park Elementary - 08 a charter school?

No, North Park Elementary - 08 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Park Elementary - 08 a Title I school?

No, North Park Elementary - 08 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Park Elementary - 08?

42.0% of students at North Park 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.