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Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05
Elementary School · Willow Lake School District 12-3
PO Box 170, Willow Lake, SD 57278
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05
Elementary School in Willow Lake · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05
Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 is a public elementary school in Willow Lake, SD, part of Willow Lake School District 12-3. Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 21 students, Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 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.
Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 170, Willow Lake, SD 57278
- Phone
- (605) 625-5945
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Location
PO Box 170, Willow Lake, SD 57278
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Doland Elementary - 03 (rated 8.6/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Doland). Another option is Willow Lake Elementary - 02 (rated 6.4/10, 15.7 miles away). Additionally, Iroquois Elementary - 04 (rated 6.0/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Iroquois). For more schools in Willow Lake, see our Willow Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 Doland | 9.3 mi | — |
| Fordham Colony Elementary - 04 Carpenter | 10.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Clark Colony Elementary - 05 Raymond | 11.8 mi | — |
| SUNNY PLAINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Iroquois | 12.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 Huron | 12.9 mi | — |
| Huron Colony Elementary - 13 Huron | 12.9 mi | — |
| Collins Colony Elementary - 06 Willow Lake | 13.7 mi | — |
| Iroquois High School - 01 Iroquois | 18.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Iroquois Middle School - 02 Iroquois | 18.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Iroquois Elementary - 04 Iroquois | 18.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Pearl Creek Colony Elementary - 05 Iroquois | 20.3 mi | — |
| Doland Elementary - 03 Doland | 20.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Doland High School - 01 Doland | 20.4 mi | — |
| Doland Jr. High - 02 Doland | 20.4 mi | — |
| Willow Lake Elementary - 02 Willow Lake | 15.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Willow Lake High School - 01 Willow Lake | 15.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Willow Lake Middle School - 03 Willow Lake | 15.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Our Home ASAP - 12 Huron | 21.3 mi | — |
| Our Home Rediscovery - 77 Huron | 21.3 mi | — |
| Clark High School - 01 Clark | 20.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57278 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,938
Median Home Value
$202,700
Median Rent
$745/mo
Population
1,082
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
78.7%
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
22.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05
What grades does Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 serve?
Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05?
Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05?
The student-teacher ratio at Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 a charter school?
No, Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 a Title I school?
No, Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 is not currently a Title I school.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Beadle County
- Phone
- (605) 625-5945
Resources & Links
District
Willow Lake School District 12-3- District Enrollment
- 338
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,529
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