Needs Improvement
#539 of 574 schools in SD
Red Shirt School - 04
Elementary School · Oglala Lakota County 65-1
PO Box 109, Batesland, SD 57716
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#539 of 574
In Batesland
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Oglala Lakota County 65-1
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Red Shirt School - 04
Elementary School in Batesland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Hermosa Elementary - 04
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About Red Shirt School - 04
Red Shirt School - 04 is a public elementary school in Batesland, SD, part of Oglala Lakota County 65-1. Red Shirt School - 04 serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Shirt School - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #539 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Red Shirt School - 04 show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, Red Shirt School - 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 7:1 students to teachers, Red Shirt School - 04 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Red Shirt School - 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
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Red Shirt School - 04 — Students at Red Shirt School - 04 score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 4.4/10.
How Red Shirt School - 04 Compares
See how Red Shirt School - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 109, Batesland, SD 57716
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Shirt School - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Patriot Elementary -06 (rated 8.2/10, 33.6 miles away, in nearby Box Elder), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Underwood Elementary - 02 (rated 7.3/10, 29.8 miles away, in nearby New Underwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 31.0 miles away, in nearby Rapid City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Batesland, see our Batesland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57716 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,964
Population
381
College Educated
37.6%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
47
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| McIntosh Elementary - 02 Mcintosh, SD | 3.5 |
| Orland Colony Elementary - 04 Montrose, SD | 3.7 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN Sioux Falls, SD | 3.2 |
| Hillcrest Colony Elementary - 05 Garden City, SD | 3.0 |
| Pleasant Valley Colony Elementary - 06 Flandreau, SD | 4.0 |
| White Lake Elementary - 02 White Lake, SD | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Shirt School - 04
What grades does Red Shirt School - 04 serve?
Red Shirt School - 04 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Red Shirt School - 04?
Red Shirt School - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Shirt School - 04?
The student-teacher ratio at Red Shirt School - 04 is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Red Shirt School - 04 rank in SD?
Red Shirt School - 04 ranks #539 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Red Shirt School - 04's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Shirt School - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Red Shirt School - 04?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Shirt School - 04 has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Red Shirt School - 04 a charter school?
No, Red Shirt School - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Shirt School - 04 a Title I school?
No, Red Shirt School - 04 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Shirt School - 04?
100.0% of students at Red Shirt School - 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 3 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 49
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Oglala Lakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 98.0%
- Phone
- (605) 255-4859
Resources & Links
District
Oglala Lakota County 65-1- District Enrollment
- 1,853
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,648
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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