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Spink Colony Elementary - 03
Elementary School · Hitchcock Tulare School District 56-6
PO Box 108, Tulare, SD 57476
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Spink Colony Elementary - 03
Spink Colony Elementary - 03 is a public elementary school in Tulare, SD, part of the Hitchcock Tulare School District 56-6. The school serves approximately 23 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1. Students demonstrate 23% proficiency in math and 30% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $80,313, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 23 students, Spink Colony Elementary - 03 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Spink Colony Elementary - 03 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 108, Tulare, SD 57476
- Phone
- (605) 266-2151
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 49.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 30% (2019) to 49.5% (2022).
Location
PO Box 108, Tulare, SD 57476
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spink Colony Elementary - 03 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 (rated 8.9/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Hitchcock). Another option is Doland Elementary - 03 (rated 8.7/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Doland). Additionally, Redfield Elementary - 03 (rated 7.2/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Redfield). For more schools in Tulare, see our Tulare schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Glendale Colony Elementary - 04 Tulare | 3.7 mi | — |
| Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 Hitchcock | 9.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Camrose Colony Elementary - 06 Frankfort | 13.3 mi | — |
| Huron Colony Elementary - 13 Huron | 13.3 mi | — |
| Hitchcock-Tulare High School - 01 Tulare | 10.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Hitchcock-Tulare Jr. High School - 02 Tulare | 10.7 mi | — |
| Doland Elementary - 03 Doland | 13.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Doland High School - 01 Doland | 13.9 mi | — |
| Doland Jr. High - 02 Doland | 13.9 mi | — |
| Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 Doland | 12.0 mi | — |
| Redfield Elementary - 03 Redfield | 14.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Redfield High School - 01 Redfield | 14.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Redfield Middle School - 02 Redfield | 14.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Redfield Virtual School - 92 Redfield | 14.2 mi | — |
| Turtle Creek High School - 04 Redfield | 14.9 mi | — |
| Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 Huron | 19.6 mi | — |
| Clark Colony Elementary - 05 Raymond | 15.6 mi | — |
| Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05 Willow Lake | 18.7 mi | — |
| JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huron | 25.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Wolsey Wessington Middle School - 03 Wolsey | 25.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57476 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,313
Median Home Value
$123,700
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
463
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
90.9%
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
44.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Spink Colony Elementary - 03 has a median household income of $80,313. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $123,700, with a median rent of $725/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls, SD | — |
| Blunt Elementary - 03 Blunt, SD | — |
| Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 Faulkton, SD | — |
| Cameron Colony Elementary - 04 Viborg, SD | — |
| Camrose Colony Elementary - 06 Frankfort, SD | — |
| Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 Castlewood, SD | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spink Colony Elementary - 03
What grades does Spink Colony Elementary - 03 serve?
Spink Colony Elementary - 03 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Spink Colony Elementary - 03?
Spink Colony Elementary - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spink Colony Elementary - 03?
The student-teacher ratio at Spink Colony Elementary - 03 is 11.5:1. 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 Spink Colony Elementary - 03?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Spink Colony Elementary - 03 has 23.2% math proficiency and 29.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Spink Colony Elementary - 03 a charter school?
No, Spink Colony Elementary - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spink Colony Elementary - 03 a Title I school?
No, Spink Colony Elementary - 03 is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (302/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Spink County
- Phone
- (605) 266-2151
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Hitchcock Tulare School District 56-6- District Enrollment
- 247
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,677
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