Excellent

#86 of 574 schools in SD

Top 15% in state

Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Platte - Geddes School District 11-5

PO Box 140, Platte, SD 57369

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#86 of 574

In Platte

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Platte - Geddes School District 11-5

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02

Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Platte, SD, part of Platte - Geddes School District 11-5. Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district

8.1

This school 8.1 · Excellent
District avg 8.5
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 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 Progress7.9Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-1.69 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.6Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+23.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile94th

Resources & Environment6.3Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,895

Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 — Students at Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 score 74% 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

16.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 75.1% (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

92%

ELA

87%

2010

Math

92%

ELA

92%

2011

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2012

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2014

Math

62%

ELA

62%

2015

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2016

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2017

Math

62%

ELA

72%

2018

Math

67%

ELA

77%

2019

Math

67%

ELA

77%

2020*

Math

77%

ELA

67%

2021*

Math

77%

ELA

67%

2022

Math

82%

ELA

67%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 Compares

See how Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.1/10

85th percentile in SD

Academic

9.6/10

Excellent

Growth

7.9/10

Very Good

Environment

6.3/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

17%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

17 teachers

Location

PO Box 140, Platte, SD 57369

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 (rated 8.9/10, 10.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Kimball Elementary - 02 (rated 8.2/10, 25.5 miles away, in nearby Kimball), with a very similar rating. Additionally, South Central Elementary - 03 (rated 7.6/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Bonesteel), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Platte, see our Platte schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Platte - Geddes High School - 01 Platte	0.1 mi	120	7.5
Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 Platte	0.1 mi	100	7.2
Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 Platte	10.1 mi	43	8.9
DAKOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corsica	8.7 mi	98	7.1
Grass Ranch Colony Elementary - 13 Kimball	18.1 mi	50	6.6
Grass Ranch Colony High School - 15 Kimball	18.1 mi	14	—
Platte Colony Elementary - 10 Platte	15.5 mi	23	—
South Central Elementary - 03 Bonesteel	22.2 mi	58	7.6
White Lake Elementary - 02 White Lake	24.2 mi	66	4.0
White Lake High School - 01 White Lake	24.2 mi	35	4.5
White Lake Middle School - 03 White Lake	24.2 mi	23	—
Kimball Middle School - 04 Kimball	25.5 mi	96	6.8
Kimball Elementary - 02 Kimball	25.5 mi	122	8.2
Kimball High School - 01 Kimball	25.5 mi	81	8.1
Andes Central Elementary - 02 Lake Andes	22.1 mi	179	5.9
Andes Central High School - 01 Lake Andes	22.1 mi	62	6.9
Andes Central Middle School - 04 Lake Andes	22.1 mi	56	5.1
Lakeview Colony Elementary - 05 Lake Andes	22.2 mi	25	—
Corsica-Stickney Jr. High - 03 Corsica	22.1 mi	64	7.0
Corsica-Stickney High School - 01 Corsica	22.1 mi	67	9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57369 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,292

Median Home Value

$226,000

Median Rent

$869/mo

Population

2,605

College Educated

32.7%

Homeownership

79.3%

Poverty Rate

20.7%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02

What grades does Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 serve?

Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02?

Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 ranks #86 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 a charter school?

No, Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

No, Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02?

16.6% of students at Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.