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#401 of 574 schools in SD
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Rock Creek Grant School
Elementary School · Rock Creek Grant School
1 Indian School Drive, Bullhead, SD 57621
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on SD statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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#401 of 574
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Rock Creek Grant School
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About Rock Creek Grant School
Rock Creek Grant School is a public elementary school in Bullhead, SD, part of Rock Creek Grant School. Rock Creek Grant School serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rock Creek Grant School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #401 of 574 schools in SD.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, Rock Creek Grant School 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.
Rock Creek Grant School 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.
43% of students at Rock Creek Grant School 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Rock Creek Grant School Compares
See how Rock Creek Grant School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 Indian School Drive, Bullhead, SD 57621
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rock Creek Grant School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Timber Lake Elementary - 02 (rated 9.3/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Timber Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Little Eagle School (rated 7.6/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Little Eagle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITTLE EAGLE GRANT SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Little Eagle), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bullhead, see our Bullhead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
17 within 31.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McLaughlin High School - 01 Mclaughlin | 13.5 mi | 4.8 |
| McLaughlin Middle School - 03 Mclaughlin | 13.5 mi | 4.0 |
| McLaughlin Elementary - 02 Mclaughlin | 13.5 mi | 3.8 |
| LITTLE EAGLE GRANT SCHOOL Little Eagle | 14.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Little Eagle School Little Eagle | 14.9 mi | 7.6 |
| McIntosh Elementary - 02 Mcintosh | 16.7 mi | 3.5 |
| McIntosh High School - 01 Mcintosh | 16.7 mi | 8.4 |
| McIntosh Middle School - 03 Mcintosh | 16.7 mi | 7.5 |
| SELFRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selfridge | 20.3 mi | — |
| SELFRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Selfridge | 20.3 mi | — |
| Timber Lake Elementary - 02 Timber Lake | 23.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Timber Lake High School - 01 Timber Lake | 23.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Timber Lake Middle School - 03 Timber Lake | 23.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Standing Rock Community School Fort Yates | 29.8 mi | — |
| FORT YATES MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Yates | 29.8 mi | 6.3 |
| FORT YATES PK SCHOOL Fort Yates | 29.9 mi | — |
| ST BERNARD MISSION SCHOOL Fort Yates | 31.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,614
Median Rent
$575/mo
Population
285
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
31.6%
Poverty Rate
65%
Median Age
21.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edmunds Central Elementary - 05 Roscoe, SD | 5.3 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls, SD | 5.3 |
| MISSOURI VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yankton, SD | 5.2 |
| Oelrichs Elementary - 02 Oelrichs, SD | 5.2 |
| Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 Faulkton, SD | 5.4 |
| SUNNY PLAINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Iroquois, SD | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rock Creek Grant School
What grades does Rock Creek Grant School serve?
Rock Creek Grant School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Rock Creek Grant School?
Rock Creek Grant School has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rock Creek Grant School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rock Creek Grant School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rock Creek Grant School rank in SD?
Rock Creek Grant School ranks #401 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Rock Creek Grant School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rock Creek Grant School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rock Creek Grant School a charter school?
No, Rock Creek Grant School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rock Creek Grant School a Title I school?
No, Rock Creek Grant School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rock Creek Grant School?
93.9% of students at Rock Creek Grant School 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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- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 49
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Corson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.9%
- Phone
- (605) 823-4971
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