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#494 of 574 schools in SD

Rosebud Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Todd County School District 66-1

PO Box 310, Rosebud, SD 57570

Enrollment

294

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#494 of 574

In district

#5 of 8

Todd County School District 66-1

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Rosebud Elementary - 04

4.3/10

Elementary School in Rosebud · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rosebud Elementary - 04

Rosebud Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Rosebud, SD, part of Todd County School District 66-1. Rosebud Elementary - 04 serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rosebud Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #494 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Rosebud Elementary - 04 show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Rosebud Elementary - 04 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Rosebud Elementary - 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.

77% of students at Rosebud Elementary - 04 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency3% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,832
Chronic Absenteeism77.2%

Rosebud Elementary - 04 — Students at Rosebud Elementary - 04 score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 18.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Rosebud Elementary - 04 Compares

See how Rosebud Elementary - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
14th percentile in SD
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
77.2%

Location

PO Box 310, Rosebud, SD 57570

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rosebud Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALENTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 29.2 miles away, in nearby Valentine), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAPA UN CATHOLIC ACADEMY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Saint Francis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Norris Elementary - 08 (rated 6.7/10, 23.9 miles away, in nearby White River), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rosebud, see our Rosebud schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 29.2 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Francis Indian School St. Francis 6.7 mi
SAPA UN CATHOLIC ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Saint Francis 6.9 mi 8.1
Lakeview Elementary - 09 Crookston 12.1 mi 4.2
Spring Creek Elementary - 07 St. Francis 11.8 mi 5.7
Resource Center - 11 Mission 10.9 mi
Todd County Achievement High School - 17 Mission 10.9 mi 3.3
Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 Mission 11.0 mi
Todd County Elementary - 16 Mission 11.0 mi 6.1
Todd County High School - 01 Mission 11.1 mi 5.2
Todd County Middle School - 10 Mission 11.1 mi 4.3
He Dog Elementary - 05 Parmelee 11.2 mi 5.2
CODY-KILGORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kilgore 20.9 mi 4.7
White River High School - 01 White River 23.8 mi 7.2
White River Elementary - 02 White River 23.8 mi 6.5
White River Middle School - 04 White River 23.9 mi 5.8
Norris Elementary - 08 White River 23.9 mi 6.7
Klein Elementary - 08 Mission 22.4 mi
Littleburg Elementary - 12 Valentine 24.1 mi
VALENTINE MIDDLE SCHOOL Valentine 29.1 mi 8.3
VALENTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valentine 29.2 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,457

Median Home Value

$45,000

Median Rent

$558/mo

Population

2,213

College Educated

13.7%

Homeownership

31.6%

Poverty Rate

51.4%

Median Age

26.1

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American Horse School Allen, SD 4.1
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Lead-Deadwood Elementary - 03 Deadwood, SD 4.6
Elk Point-Jefferson Elementary - 02 Elk Point, SD 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rosebud Elementary - 04

What grades does Rosebud Elementary - 04 serve?

Rosebud Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Rosebud Elementary - 04?

Rosebud Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rosebud Elementary - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Rosebud Elementary - 04 is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rosebud Elementary - 04 rank in SD?

Rosebud Elementary - 04 ranks #494 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Rosebud Elementary - 04's MySchoolScout rating?

Rosebud Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Rosebud Elementary - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rosebud Elementary - 04 has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rosebud Elementary - 04 a charter school?

No, Rosebud Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rosebud Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

No, Rosebud Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rosebud Elementary - 04?

100.0% of students at Rosebud Elementary - 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
Bike Score
5 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Todd County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
77.2%

District

Todd County School District 66-1
District Enrollment
2,049
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,832
District Rank
#5 of 8

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