Needs Improvement
#561 of 574 schools in SD
Robbinsdale Elementary - 14
Elementary School · Rapid City Area School District 51-4
424 E Indiana St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#561 of 574
In Rapid City
#22 of 23
public schools
In district
#22 of 24
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
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Robbinsdale Elementary - 14
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About Robbinsdale Elementary - 14
Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 is a public elementary school in Rapid City, SD, part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4. Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #561 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 — Students at Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 score 22% 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 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: 1.4/10.
How Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Compares
See how Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
424 E Indiana St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 (rated 6.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,733
Median Home Value
$229,900
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
45,221
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City, SD | 2.9 |
| Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City, SD | 3.0 |
| Terry Redlin Elementary - 11 Sioux Falls, SD | 3.0 |
| Black Hawk Elementary - 03 Blackhawk, SD | 2.7 |
| Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City, SD | 3.1 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 Rapid City, SD | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robbinsdale Elementary - 14
What grades does Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 serve?
Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Robbinsdale Elementary - 14?
Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robbinsdale Elementary - 14?
The student-teacher ratio at Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 rank in SD?
Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 ranks #561 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Robbinsdale Elementary - 14's MySchoolScout rating?
Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Robbinsdale Elementary - 14?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 a charter school?
No, Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 a Title I school?
No, Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robbinsdale Elementary - 14?
100.0% of students at Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 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
- 324
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pennington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (605) 394-1825
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
- #22 of 24
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