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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
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
27:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Red Willow Colony School - 09
Red Willow Colony School - 09 is a public elementary school in White, SD, part of the Deubrook Area School District 05-6. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 27:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Red Willow Colony School - 09 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Red Willow Colony School - 09 is 27:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Located in a rural area, Red Willow Colony School - 09 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Address
- PO Box 346, White, SD 57275
- Website
- deubrook.com
- Phone
- (605) 629-1152
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022).
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. Clear Lake Elementary - 02 (rated 8.0/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Clear Lake). Another option is Medary Elementary - 05 (rated 7.9/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Brookings). Additionally, Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 (rated 7.0/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Brookings). 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 | 4.5 |
| Deubrook High School - 01 White | 7.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Deubrook Jr. High - 02 White | 7.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Estelline High School - 01 Estelline | 8.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Estelline Middle School - 03 Estelline | 8.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Estelline Elementary - 02 Estelline | 8.6 mi | 5.1 |
| POINSETT COLONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Estelline | 11.2 mi | — |
| Norfeld Colony Elementary - 07 White | 11.3 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Elementary - 04 Brookings | 15.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Deuel High School - 01 Clear Lake | 15.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Clear Lake Elementary - 02 Clear Lake | 15.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Clear Lake Middle School - 04 Clear Lake | 15.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Brookings High School - 01 Brookings | 16.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Medary Elementary - 05 Brookings | 16.1 mi | 7.9 |
| 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 | 5.7 |
| Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 Brookings | 17.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Sioux Valley High School - 01 Volga | 17.0 mi | 6.9 |
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls, SD | — |
| Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 Faulkton, SD | — |
| Clark Colony Elementary - 05 Raymond, SD | — |
| Clearfield Colony Elementary - 07 Tripp, SD | — |
| Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 Ipswich, SD | — |
| Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 Dewey, SD | — |
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 the most recent state assessment data, Red Willow Colony School - 09 has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (117/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (605) 629-1152
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Deubrook Area School District 05-6- District Enrollment
- 417
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,567
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