Very Good

#196 of 574 schools in SD

Top 34% in state

Selby Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Selby Area School District 62-5

PO Box 324, Selby, SD 57472

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#196 of 574

In Selby

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Selby Area School District 62-5

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Selby Elementary - 02

Selby Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Selby, SD, part of Selby Area School District 62-5. Selby Elementary - 02 serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Selby Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #196 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Selby Elementary - 02 show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above SD schools

7.0

This school 7.0 · Very Good
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 85 students, Selby 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.

Selby 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 Progress5.0Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics8.5Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency54.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency64.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+10.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile77th

Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1

Per-Pupil Spending$16,161

Chronic Absenteeism2.4%

Selby Elementary - 02 — Students at Selby Elementary - 02 score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 68.2% (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

95%

ELA

74.5%

2010

Math

92%

ELA

77%

2011

Math

95%

ELA

84.5%

2012

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2014

Math

57%

ELA

57%

2015

Math

64.5%

ELA

54.5%

2016

Math

54.5%

ELA

54.5%

2017

Math

44.5%

ELA

74.5%

2018

Math

34.5%

ELA

54.5%

2019

Math

34.5%

ELA

54.5%

2020*

Math

54.5%

ELA

74.5%

2021*

Math

54.5%

ELA

74.5%

2022

Math

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Selby Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

7.0/10

66th percentile in SD

Academic

8.5/10

Excellent

Growth

5.0/10

Average

Environment

9.8/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

25%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

8 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

2.4%

Location

PO Box 324, Selby, SD 57472

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Selby Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hoven Elementary - 02 (rated 8.7/10, 22.3 miles away, in nearby Hoven), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bowdle Elementary - 02 (rated 8.6/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Bowdle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eureka Elementary - 02 (rated 8.6/10, 26.7 miles away, in nearby Eureka), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Selby, see our Selby schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 33.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Selby High School - 01 Selby	0.0 mi	52	8.4
Selby Middle School - 03 Selby	0.0 mi	46	5.4
Herreid Elementary - 02 Herreid	22.7 mi	73	7.7
Herreid High School - 01 Herreid	22.7 mi	42	7.9
Herreid Middle School - 03 Herreid	22.7 mi	32	5.9
Hoven High School - 01 Hoven	22.3 mi	20	—
Hoven Jr. High - 03 Hoven	22.3 mi	15	—
Hoven Elementary - 02 Hoven	22.3 mi	77	8.7
Bowdle Elementary - 02 Bowdle	18.9 mi	38	8.6
Bowdle High School - 01 Bowdle	18.9 mi	38	6.7
Bowdle Jr. High - 03 Bowdle	18.9 mi	21	—
Bowdle Preschool - 04 Bowdle	18.9 mi	12	—
Freeman Davis Elementary - 03 Mobridge	19.3 mi	146	7.4
Mobridge High School - 01 Mobridge	19.6 mi	190	7.8
Mobridge Middle School - 02 Mobridge	19.6 mi	111	7.6
Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 Mobridge	19.6 mi	144	8.3
Eureka Elementary - 02 Eureka	26.7 mi	105	8.6
Eureka High School - 01 Eureka	26.7 mi	39	7.7
Eureka Jr. High - 03 Eureka	26.7 mi	27	—
ZEELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Zeeland	33.2 mi	12	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,094

Median Home Value

$118,900

Median Rent

$590/mo

Population

1,078

College Educated

17.7%

Homeownership

77.3%

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Selby Elementary - 02

What grades does Selby Elementary - 02 serve?

Selby Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Selby Elementary - 02?

Selby Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Selby Elementary - 02 is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Selby Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Selby Elementary - 02 ranks #196 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Selby Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Selby Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Selby Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Selby Elementary - 02 has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Selby Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Selby Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

24.7% of students at Selby 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.