Below Average

#459 of 574 schools in SD

Scotland Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Scotland School District 04-3

711 4th St, Scotland, SD 57059

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

113

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Enrollment

113

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#459 of 574

In Scotland

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Scotland School District 04-3

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About Scotland Elementary - 02

Scotland Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Scotland, SD, part of Scotland School District 04-3. Scotland Elementary - 02 serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Scotland Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #459 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Scotland Elementary - 02 show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below SD schools

4.7

This school 4.7 · Below Average
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 113 students, Scotland 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.

Scotland 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 Progress4.3Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics4.5Below Average30%

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

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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-9.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile26th

Resources & Environment5.9Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1

Per-Pupil Spending$12,593

Scotland Elementary - 02 — Students at Scotland Elementary - 02 score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 44.5% (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

74.5%

ELA

64.5%

2010

Math

84.5%

ELA

74.5%

2011

Math

74.5%

ELA

64.5%

2012

Math

74.5%

ELA

54.5%

2014

Math

27%

ELA

32%

2015

Math

37%

ELA

37%

2016

Math

32%

ELA

32%

2017

Math

44.5%

ELA

44.5%

2018

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

2019

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

2020*

Math

34.5%

ELA

24.5%

2021*

Math

34.5%

ELA

24.5%

2022

Math

42%

ELA

37%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Scotland Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

4.7/10

20th percentile in SD

Academic

4.5/10

Below Average

Growth

4.3/10

Below Average

Environment

5.9/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

26%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

8 teachers

Location

711 4th St, Scotland, SD 57059

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scotland Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 (rated 8.7/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Freeman), which scores notably higher. Another option is Menno Elementary - 02 (rated 7.4/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Menno), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tyndall Elementary - 04 (rated 7.3/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Tyndall), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scotland, see our Scotland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Scotland High School - 01 Scotland	0.0 mi	77	7.4
Scotland Middle School - 05 Scotland	0.0 mi	83	5.2
Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 Menno	4.7 mi	43	2.9
Menno Elementary - 02 Menno	9.3 mi	89	7.4
Menno High School - 01 Menno	9.3 mi	66	7.6
Menno Middle School - 05 Menno	9.3 mi	44	4.5
Dawson Colony School - 20 Scotland	9.6 mi	32	2.8
Tyndall Elementary - 04 Tyndall	13.4 mi	184	7.3
Bon Homme High School - 01 Tyndall	13.4 mi	146	6.3
Bon Homme Middle School - 02 Tyndall	13.4 mi	105	7.8
Bon Homme PK - 08 Tyndall	13.4 mi	32	2.9
Tschetter Colony Elementary - 03 Freeman	15.4 mi	46	2.2
Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Freeman	14.9 mi	34	8.7
Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 Menno	12.2 mi	20	—
Tripp-Delmont High School - 01 Tripp	13.8 mi	35	7.4
Tripp-Delmont Jr. High - 02 Tripp	13.8 mi	20	—
Tripp Elementary - 03 Tripp	13.8 mi	85	4.7
Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 Tabor	19.7 mi	33	4.4
ISANTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niobrara	22.4 mi	134	7.0
ISANTI HIGH SCHOOL Niobrara	22.4 mi	54	6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,406

Median Home Value

$132,800

Median Rent

$581/mo

Population

1,291

College Educated

31.3%

Homeownership

79.6%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scotland Elementary - 02

What grades does Scotland Elementary - 02 serve?

Scotland Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Scotland Elementary - 02?

Scotland Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Scotland Elementary - 02 is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scotland Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Scotland Elementary - 02 ranks #459 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Scotland Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Scotland Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Scotland Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scotland Elementary - 02 has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Scotland Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Scotland Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

25.7% of students at Scotland 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.