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#254 of 574 schools in SD

Top 44% in state

Rosholt Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Rosholt School District 54-4

PO Box 106, Rosholt, SD 57260

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#254 of 574

In Rosholt

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Rosholt School District 54-4

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Rosholt Elementary - 02

Rosholt Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Rosholt, SD, part of Rosholt School District 54-4. Rosholt Elementary - 02 serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rosholt Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #254 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Rosholt Elementary - 02 show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above SD schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 87 students, Rosholt Elementary - 02 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.

Rosholt Elementary - 02 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress5.5Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics6.8Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency54.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+2.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile53th

Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,502

Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Rosholt Elementary - 02 — Students at Rosholt Elementary - 02 score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 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

84.5%

ELA

84.5%

2010

Math

84.5%

ELA

74.5%

2011

Math

64.5%

ELA

74.5%

2012

Math

64.5%

ELA

64.5%

2014

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

2015

Math

52%

ELA

47%

2016

Math

42%

ELA

47%

2017

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2018

Math

47%

ELA

57%

2019

Math

47%

ELA

57%

2020*

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

2021*

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

2022

Math

54.5%

ELA

44.5%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Rosholt Elementary - 02 Compares

See how Rosholt Elementary - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.6/10

56th percentile in SD

Academic

6.8/10

Average

Growth

5.5/10

Average

Environment

9.0/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

30%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

8 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

17.2%

Location

PO Box 106, Rosholt, SD 57260

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rosholt Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Fairmount), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HANKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Hankinson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Westside Elementary - 03 (rated 7.2/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Sisseton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rosholt, see our Rosholt schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 26.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Rosholt High School - 01 Rosholt	0.0 mi	71	6.5
Rosholt Middle School - 04 Rosholt	0.0 mi	48	3.7
White Rock Colony Elementary - 03 Rosholt	6.3 mi	21	—
FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairmount	14.8 mi	57	7.6
FAIRMOUNT HIGH SCHOOL Fairmount	14.8 mi	39	5.0
WHEATON SECONDARY Wheaton	11.9 mi	189	6.6
PEARSON ELEMENTARY Wheaton	12.3 mi	179	6.1
HANKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hankinson	16.2 mi	132	7.5
HANKINSON HIGH SCHOOL Hankinson	16.2 mi	111	7.8
BROWNS VALLEY ELEMENTARY Browns Valley	19.3 mi	129	4.7
BROWNS VALLEY MIDDLE Browns Valley	19.3 mi	68	4.7
Westside Elementary - 03 Sisseton	20.8 mi	375	7.2
Sisseton High School - 01 Sisseton	20.9 mi	299	3.9
Sisseton Middle School - 02 Sisseton	20.9 mi	296	5.2
CAMPBELL-TINTAH ELEMENTARY Campbell	22.6 mi	76	4.1
CAMPBELL-TINTAH SECONDARY Campbell	22.6 mi	52	7.9
ST JOHNS SCHOOL Wahpeton	28.4 mi	110	6.9
ZIMMERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wahpeton	28.6 mi	103	5.2
6-12th Grade Building Graceville	25.1 mi	130	8.1
Big Stone Colony Elementary Clinton	26.5 mi	17	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,500

Median Home Value

$137,100

Median Rent

$832/mo

Population

1,107

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

84.8%

Avg Commute

19.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

47.4

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Burke Elementary - 02 Burke, SD	97	6.4
Elementary Immersion Center - 43 Sioux Falls, SD	79	6.9
North Park Elementary - 08 Belle Fourche, SD	88	6.9
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Frederick Area Elementary - 02 Frederick, SD	92	7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rosholt Elementary - 02

What grades does Rosholt Elementary - 02 serve?

Rosholt Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Rosholt Elementary - 02?

Rosholt Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rosholt Elementary - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Rosholt Elementary - 02 is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rosholt Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Rosholt Elementary - 02 ranks #254 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Rosholt Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Rosholt Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Rosholt Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rosholt Elementary - 02 has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rosholt Elementary - 02 a charter school?

No, Rosholt Elementary - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rosholt Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

No, Rosholt Elementary - 02 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rosholt Elementary - 02?

29.9% of students at Rosholt Elementary - 02 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.