Very Good

#167 of 574 schools in SD

Top 29% in state

Onida Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Agar-Blunt-Onida School District 58-3

PO Box 205, Onida, SD 57564

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#167 of 574

In Onida

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Agar-Blunt-Onida School District 58-3

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Onida Elementary - 04

Onida Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Onida, SD, part of Agar-Blunt-Onida School District 58-3. Onida Elementary - 04 serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Onida Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #167 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Onida Elementary - 04 show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above SD schools

7.3

This school 7.3 · Very Good
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 85 students, Onida 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.

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Onida Elementary - 04 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Onida 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress5.1Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.01 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.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+17.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile89th

Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$20,411

Chronic Absenteeism4.7%

Onida Elementary - 04 — Students at Onida Elementary - 04 score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2010

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2011

Math

84.5%

ELA

84.5%

2012

Math

82%

ELA

82%

2014

Math

37%

ELA

42%

2015

Math

42%

ELA

47%

2016

Math

32%

ELA

47%

2017

Math

32%

ELA

47%

2018

Math

37%

ELA

52%

2019

Math

37%

ELA

52%

2020*

Math

74.5%

ELA

64.5%

2021*

Math

74.5%

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: 5.1/10.

How Onida Elementary - 04 Compares

See how Onida Elementary - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.3/10

71th percentile in SD

Academic

9.3/10

Excellent

Growth

5.1/10

Average

Environment

9.9/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

15%

Teaching Staff

9:1 student-teacher ratio

9 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

4.7%

Location

PO Box 205, Onida, SD 57564

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Onida Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gettysburg Elementary - 02 (rated 8.5/10, 21.7 miles away, in nearby Gettysburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stanley County Elementary - 08 (rated 8.5/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Fort Pierre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pierre Indian Learning Center (rated 8.2/10, 27.0 miles away, in nearby Pierre), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Onida, see our Onida schools guide .

Nearby Schools

15 within 28.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Sully Buttes High School - 07 Onida	0.0 mi	72	8.0
Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 Onida	0.0 mi	58	6.1
Blunt Elementary - 03 Blunt	13.6 mi	14	—
Gettysburg Elementary - 02 Gettysburg	21.7 mi	97	8.5
Gettysburg High School - 01 Gettysburg	21.7 mi	73	7.7
Gettysburg Middle School - 03 Gettysburg	21.7 mi	50	8.0
Kennedy Elementary - 08 Pierre	25.1 mi	394	8.0
Buchanan Elementary - 03 Pierre	26.6 mi	422	6.9
Pierre Indian Learning Center Pierre	27.0 mi	127	8.2
T F Riggs High School - 01 Pierre	26.8 mi	808	6.1
Jefferson Elementary - 06 Pierre	26.6 mi	383	5.5
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 Pierre	27.2 mi	681	5.4
Stanley County High School - 01 Fort Pierre	28.5 mi	134	5.6
Stanley County Middle School - 02 Fort Pierre	28.5 mi	97	5.5
Stanley County Elementary - 08 Fort Pierre	28.5 mi	177	8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57564 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,708

Median Home Value

$199,100

Median Rent

$958/mo

Population

893

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

83.6%

Poverty Rate

Median Age

52.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Onida Elementary - 04

What grades does Onida Elementary - 04 serve?

Onida Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Onida Elementary - 04?

Onida Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Onida Elementary - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Onida Elementary - 04 is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Onida Elementary - 04 rank in SD?

Onida Elementary - 04 ranks #167 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Onida Elementary - 04's MySchoolScout rating?

Onida Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Onida Elementary - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Onida Elementary - 04 has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Onida Elementary - 04 a charter school?

No, Onida Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Onida Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

No, Onida Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Onida Elementary - 04?

15.3% of students at Onida Elementary - 04 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.