Excellent

#72 of 574 schools in SD

Top 12% in state

Patriot Elementary -06

Elementary School · Douglas School District 51-1

421 Don Williams Dr, Box Elder, SD 57719

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

936

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Enrollment

936

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#72 of 574

In Box Elder

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Douglas School District 51-1

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Patriot Elementary -06

Patriot Elementary -06 is a public elementary school in Box Elder, SD, part of Douglas School District 51-1. Patriot Elementary -06 serves approximately 936 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Patriot Elementary -06 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Patriot Elementary -06 show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district

8.2

This school 8.2 · Excellent
District avg 6.9
SD avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.8Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data6

Annual Change+0.47 pts/yr

Data Period2017–2022

TrendStable

Academics8.0Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+8.9 pts

Adjusted Percentile70th

Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,597

Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Patriot Elementary -06 — Students at Patriot Elementary -06 score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 12 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2017

Math

52%

ELA

45%

2018

Math

54%

ELA

54%

2019

Math

54%

ELA

54%

2020*

Math

49%

ELA

46%

2021*

Math

49%

ELA

46%

2022

Math

53%

ELA

57%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Patriot Elementary -06 Compares

See how Patriot Elementary -06 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.2/10

88th percentile in SD

Academic

8.0/10

Excellent

Growth

9.8/10

Excellent

Environment

4.5/10

Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

33%

Teaching Staff

16:1 student-teacher ratio

59 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

21.7%

Location

421 Don Williams Dr, Box Elder, SD 57719

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Patriot Elementary -06 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Rapid City), a more accessible option. Another option is Vandenberg Elementary - 02 (rated 5.6/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Grandview Elementary - 06 (rated 5.5/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Rapid City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Box Elder, see our Box Elder schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Douglas High School - 03 Box Elder	0.1 mi	752	5.8
Douglas Middle School - 01 Box Elder	0.2 mi	623	4.9
Vandenberg Elementary - 02 Box Elder	0.2 mi	442	5.6
East Middle School - 30 Rapid City	5.5 mi	611	4.7
Valley View Elementary - 13 Rapid City	5.6 mi	584	4.3
Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 Rapid City	6.7 mi	487	5.4
RAPID CITY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rapid City	6.6 mi	18	—
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City	7.5 mi	127	7.1
Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City	7.6 mi	357	3.0
Wellfully - 65 Rapid City	8.0 mi	11	—
North Middle School - 35 Rapid City	7.9 mi	480	4.1
General Beadle Elementary - 01 Rapid City	8.0 mi	441	4.9
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rapid City	9.1 mi	120	4.5
Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City	8.9 mi	324	2.9
Jefferson Building - 64 Rapid City	8.6 mi	35	5.3
South Middle School - 36 Rapid City	9.2 mi	502	3.4
Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City	8.8 mi	293	3.1
Central High School - 41 Rapid City	8.9 mi	2,020	4.6
South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City	9.4 mi	285	2.9
Grandview Elementary - 06 Rapid City	9.6 mi	409	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,936

Median Home Value

$275,400

Median Rent

$1,212/mo

Population

11,475

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

61.6%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

31.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Patriot Elementary -06

What grades does Patriot Elementary -06 serve?

Patriot Elementary -06 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Patriot Elementary -06?

Patriot Elementary -06 has an enrollment of approximately 936 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Patriot Elementary -06?

The student-teacher ratio at Patriot Elementary -06 is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Patriot Elementary -06 rank in SD?

Patriot Elementary -06 ranks #72 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Patriot Elementary -06's MySchoolScout rating?

Patriot Elementary -06 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Patriot Elementary -06?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Patriot Elementary -06 has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

Is Patriot Elementary -06 a charter school?

No, Patriot Elementary -06 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Patriot Elementary -06 a Title I school?

No, Patriot Elementary -06 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Patriot Elementary -06?

32.9% of students at Patriot Elementary -06 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.