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#386 of 574 schools in SD
Rapid Valley Elementary - 12
Elementary School · Rapid City Area School District 51-4
2601 Covington St, Rapid City, SD 57703
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#386 of 574
In Rapid City
#7 of 23
public schools
In district
#7 of 24
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
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Rapid Valley Elementary - 12
Elementary School in Rapid City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rapid Valley Elementary - 12
Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 is a public elementary school in Rapid City, SD, part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4. Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #386 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- SD avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 — Students at Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.1/10.
How Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 Compares
See how Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2601 Covington St, Rapid City, SD 57703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grandview Elementary - 06 (rated 5.5/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, General Beadle Elementary - 01 (rated 4.9/10, 4.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,495
Median Home Value
$250,300
Median Rent
$1,394/mo
Population
17,543
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eugene Field A+ Elementary - 16 Sioux Falls, SD | 5.4 |
| Jefferson Elementary - 09 Watertown, SD | 5.4 |
| Grandview Elementary - 06 Rapid City, SD | 5.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary - 06 Pierre, SD | 5.5 |
| Beresford Elementary - 02 Beresford, SD | 5.3 |
| Medary Elementary - 05 Brookings, SD | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rapid Valley Elementary - 12
What grades does Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 serve?
Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rapid Valley Elementary - 12?
Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rapid Valley Elementary - 12?
The student-teacher ratio at Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 rank in SD?
Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 ranks #386 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Rapid Valley Elementary - 12's MySchoolScout rating?
Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Rapid Valley Elementary - 12?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 a charter school?
No, Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 a Title I school?
No, Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rapid Valley Elementary - 12?
34.3% of students at Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Pennington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (605) 393-2221
Resources & Links
District
Rapid City Area School District 51-4- District Enrollment
- 12,432
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,380
- District Rank
- #7 of 24
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