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Red Willow Colony School - 09

Elementary School · Deubrook Area School District 05-6

PO Box 346, White, SD 57275

Enrollment

27

Student-Teacher

27:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

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Elementary School in White · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Deubrook Elementary - 03

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About Red Willow Colony School - 09

Red Willow Colony School - 09 is a public elementary school in White, SD, part of Deubrook Area School District 05-6. Red Willow Colony School - 09 serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

Structured state assessment records for Red Willow Colony School - 09 show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

What Parents Should Know

At 27 students, Red Willow Colony School - 09 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.

Red Willow Colony School - 09 runs 27:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Red Willow Colony School - 09 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.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
27 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
Address
PO Box 346, White, SD 57275
Phone
(605) 629-1152
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.8% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.4% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 8 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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: N/A.

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
27:1 student-teacher ratio
1 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.7%

Location

PO Box 346, White, SD 57275

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Red Willow Colony School - 09 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 (rated 6.6/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Brookings). Another option is Hillcrest Elementary - 04 (rated 6.3/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Brookings). Additionally, Clear Lake Elementary - 02 (rated 6.0/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Clear Lake). For more schools in White, see our White schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Deubrook Elementary - 03 Toronto 5.4 mi 4.8
Deubrook High School - 01 White 7.9 mi 8.2
Deubrook Jr. High - 02 White 7.9 mi 6.2
Estelline High School - 01 Estelline 8.6 mi 5.7
Estelline Middle School - 03 Estelline 8.6 mi 5.8
Estelline Elementary - 02 Estelline 8.6 mi 4.7
POINSETT COLONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Estelline 11.2 mi
Norfeld Colony Elementary - 07 White 11.3 mi
Hillcrest Elementary - 04 Brookings 15.4 mi 6.3
Deuel High School - 01 Clear Lake 15.7 mi 6.5
Clear Lake Elementary - 02 Clear Lake 15.7 mi 6.0
Clear Lake Middle School - 04 Clear Lake 15.7 mi 4.2
Brookings High School - 01 Brookings 16.1 mi 4.7
Medary Elementary - 05 Brookings 16.1 mi 5.3
Rolland Colony Elementary - 05 White 14.8 mi
PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookings 16.5 mi
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 Brookings 16.5 mi 4.6
Camelot Intermediate - 06 Brookings 16.8 mi 4.7
Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 Brookings 17.8 mi 6.6
Sioux Valley High School - 01 Volga 17.0 mi 8.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Red Willow Colony School - 09

What grades does Red Willow Colony School - 09 serve?

Red Willow Colony School - 09 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Red Willow Colony School - 09?

Red Willow Colony School - 09 has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Willow Colony School - 09?

The student-teacher ratio at Red Willow Colony School - 09 is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Red Willow Colony School - 09?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Willow Colony School - 09 has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

Is Red Willow Colony School - 09 a charter school?

No, Red Willow Colony School - 09 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Red Willow Colony School - 09 a Title I school?

No, Red Willow Colony School - 09 is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Brookings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.7%

District

Deubrook Area School District 05-6
District Enrollment
417
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,567

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