Needs Improvement
#562 of 574 schools in SD
South Park Elementary - 16
Elementary School · Rapid City Area School District 51-4
207 Flormann St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#562 of 574
In Rapid City
#23 of 23
public schools
In district
#23 of 24
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
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South Park Elementary - 16
Elementary School in Rapid City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Park Elementary - 16
South Park Elementary - 16 is a public elementary school in Rapid City, SD, part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4. South Park Elementary - 16 serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. South Park Elementary - 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #562 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for South Park Elementary - 16 show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at South Park Elementary - 16 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
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South Park Elementary - 16 — Students at South Park Elementary - 16 score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 1.6/10.
How South Park Elementary - 16 Compares
See how South Park Elementary - 16 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
207 Flormann St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Park Elementary - 16 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 (rated 6.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST THOMAS MORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rapid City | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| South Middle School - 36 Rapid City | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Grandview Elementary - 06 Rapid City | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 Rapid City | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Jefferson Building - 64 Rapid City | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Rapid City Online High School - 92 Rapid City | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Lincoln Building - 44 Rapid City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Central High School - 41 Rapid City | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Wellfully - 65 Rapid City | 1.6 mi | — |
| General Beadle Elementary - 01 Rapid City | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
| North Middle School - 35 Rapid City | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City | 2.6 mi | 3.0 |
| CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 Rapid City | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 Rapid City | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,733
Median Home Value
$229,900
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
45,221
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City, SD | 2.9 |
| Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City, SD | 3.0 |
| Black Hawk Elementary - 03 Blackhawk, SD | 2.7 |
| Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City, SD | 3.1 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 Rapid City, SD | 3.2 |
| Flandreau Elementary - 04 Flandreau, SD | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Park Elementary - 16
What grades does South Park Elementary - 16 serve?
South Park Elementary - 16 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend South Park Elementary - 16?
South Park Elementary - 16 has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Park Elementary - 16?
The student-teacher ratio at South Park Elementary - 16 is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Park Elementary - 16 rank in SD?
South Park Elementary - 16 ranks #562 of 574 schools in SD.
What is South Park Elementary - 16's MySchoolScout rating?
South Park Elementary - 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 South Park Elementary - 16?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Park Elementary - 16 has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is South Park Elementary - 16 a charter school?
No, South Park Elementary - 16 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Park Elementary - 16 a Title I school?
No, South Park Elementary - 16 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Park Elementary - 16?
100.0% of students at South Park Elementary - 16 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pennington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.7%
- Phone
- (605) 394-1833
Resources & Links
District
Rapid City Area School District 51-4- District Enrollment
- 12,432
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,380
- District Rank
- #23 of 24
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