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Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05
Elementary School · Wessington Springs School District 36-2
PO Box 449, Wessington Springs, SD 57382
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
19:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
19:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05
Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 is a public elementary school in Wessington Springs, SD, part of the Wessington Springs School District 36-2. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Students demonstrate 17% proficiency in math and 43% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $77,083, where 27% 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 19 students, Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 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, Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 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
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Address
- PO Box 449, Wessington Springs, SD 57382
- Website
- wessingtonsprings.k12.sd.us
- Phone
- (605) 539-9311
- 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 30% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 30% (2019) to 49.5% (2022).
Location
PO Box 449, Wessington Springs, SD 57382
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Miller Elementary - 02 (rated 9.2/10, 33.4 miles away, in nearby Miller). Another option is White Lake Elementary - 02 (rated 8.0/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby White Lake). Additionally, Wessington Springs Elementary - 02 (rated 6.9/10, 16.5 miles away). For more schools in Wessington Springs, see our Wessington Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57382 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,083
Median Home Value
$132,100
Median Rent
$457/mo
Population
1,238
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
16.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
54.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 has a median household income of $77,083. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $132,100, with a median rent of $457/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05
What grades does Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 serve?
Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05?
Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 is 19:1. 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 Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 has 16.7% math proficiency and 43.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 a charter school?
No, Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 a Title I school?
No, Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 is not currently a Title I school.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Jerauld County
- Phone
- (605) 539-9311
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Wessington Springs School District 36-2- District Enrollment
- 429
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,820
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