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#373 of 574 schools in SD

Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Leola School District 44-2

PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#373 of 574

In Leola

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Leola School District 44-2

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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About Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04

Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Leola, SD, part of Leola School District 44-2. Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #373 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district

5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
District avg 7.0
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 31 students, Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 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.

Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 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 Progress4.6Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.18 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics4.4Below Average30%

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

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Math Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-13.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile25th

Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1

Per-Pupil Spending$17,371

Chronic Absenteeism3.2%

Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 — Students at Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 32.9% (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

90%

ELA

49.5%

2010

Math

69.5%

ELA

49.5%

2011

Math

69.5%

ELA

49.5%

2012

Math

69.5%

ELA

49.5%

2014

Math

10%

ELA

10%

2015

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2016

Math

30%

ELA

30%

2017

Math

30%

ELA

30%

2018

Math

10%

ELA

10%

2019

Math

10%

ELA

10%

2020*

Math

49.5%

ELA

30%

2021*

Math

49.5%

ELA

30%

2022

Math

49.5%

ELA

30%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Compares

See how Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.5/10

35th percentile in SD

Academic

4.4/10

Below Average

Growth

4.6/10

Below Average

Environment

9.2/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

13%

Teaching Staff

16:1 student-teacher ratio

2 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

3.2%

Location

PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leola Elementary - 02 (rated 8.4/10, 13.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ipswich Elementary - 02 (rated 7.9/10, 32.7 miles away, in nearby Ipswich), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KULM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 27.2 miles away, in nearby Kulm), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Leola, see our Leola schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 32.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Leola Elementary - 02 Leola	13.2 mi	56	8.4
Leola High School - 01 Leola	13.2 mi	41	8.7
Leola Jr. High - 03 Leola	13.2 mi	27	—
Leola Alternative School - 07 Leola	13.2 mi	13	—
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 Leola	17.2 mi	15	—
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 Leola	21.0 mi	27	—
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 Ipswich	22.1 mi	22	—
Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 Ipswich	23.4 mi	23	—
ELLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ellendale	18.3 mi	120	6.9
ELLENDALE HIGH SCHOOL Ellendale	18.3 mi	83	7.1
ELLENDALE HIGH VIRTUAL ACADEMY Ellendale	18.3 mi	1	—
Frederick Area Elementary - 02 Frederick	18.8 mi	92	7.0
Frederick High School - 01 Frederick	18.8 mi	66	7.0
Frederick Area Middle School - 03 Frederick	18.8 mi	37	8.8
KULM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kulm	27.2 mi	88	7.4
KULM HIGH SCHOOL Kulm	27.2 mi	42	3.9
MAPLE RIVER COLONY SCHOOL Ellendale	23.9 mi	51	3.3
EDGELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Edgeley	32.1 mi	132	5.2
EDGELEY HIGH SCHOOL Edgeley	32.1 mi	99	6.1
Ipswich Elementary - 02 Ipswich	32.7 mi	177	7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,667

Median Home Value

$72,100

Median Rent

$850/mo

Population

638

College Educated

36%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04

What grades does Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 serve?

Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04?

Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 rank in SD?

Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 ranks #373 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 a charter school?

No, Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

No, Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04?

12.9% of students at Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.