Average
#358 of 574 schools in SD
Spring Creek Elementary - 07
Elementary School · Todd County School District 66-1
HC59 Box 4, St. Francis, SD 57572
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#358 of 574
In district
#2 of 8
Todd County School District 66-1
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Spring Creek Elementary - 07
Elementary School in St. Francis · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Spring Creek Elementary - 07
Spring Creek Elementary - 07 is a public elementary school in St. Francis, SD, part of Todd County School District 66-1. Spring Creek Elementary - 07 serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio.
Spring Creek Elementary - 07 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #358 of 574 schools in SD. Structured state assessment records for Spring Creek Elementary - 07 show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Spring Creek Elementary - 07 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.
Test scores at Spring Creek Elementary - 07 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Spring Creek Elementary - 07 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
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Spring Creek Elementary - 07 — Students at Spring Creek Elementary - 07 score 5% proficient, which is below 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 22 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Spring Creek Elementary - 07 Compares
See how Spring Creek Elementary - 07 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
HC59 Box 4, St. Francis, SD 57572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Creek Elementary - 07 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAPA UN CATHOLIC ACADEMY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Saint Francis), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norris Elementary - 08 (rated 6.7/10, 25.8 miles away, in nearby White River), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, White River Elementary - 02 (rated 6.5/10, 34.2 miles away, in nearby White River), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Francis, see our St. Francis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,250
Median Home Value
$35,000
Median Rent
$573/mo
Population
1,457
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
52.8%
Poverty Rate
57.8%
Median Age
24.7
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|---|---|
| Faith Elementary - 02 Faith, SD | 5.7 |
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| Rustic Acres Elementary - 04 Chester, SD | 5.7 |
| VOLGA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Volga, SD | 5.6 |
| Edmunds Central Elementary - 05 Roscoe, SD | 5.3 |
| Rock Creek Grant School Bullhead, SD | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Creek Elementary - 07
What grades does Spring Creek Elementary - 07 serve?
Spring Creek Elementary - 07 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Spring Creek Elementary - 07?
Spring Creek Elementary - 07 has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek Elementary - 07?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek Elementary - 07 is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Creek Elementary - 07 rank in SD?
Spring Creek Elementary - 07 ranks #358 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Spring Creek Elementary - 07's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Creek Elementary - 07 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Elementary - 07?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Creek Elementary - 07 has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Spring Creek Elementary - 07 a charter school?
No, Spring Creek Elementary - 07 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Creek Elementary - 07 a Title I school?
No, Spring Creek Elementary - 07 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Creek Elementary - 07?
100.0% of students at Spring Creek Elementary - 07 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Todd County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 90.0%
- Phone
- (605) 747-2541
Resources & Links
District
Todd County School District 66-1- District Enrollment
- 2,049
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,832
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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