Excellent

#47 of 574 schools in SD

Top 8% in state

Stanley County Elementary - 08

Elementary School · Stanley County School District 57-1

PO Box 370, Fort Pierre, SD 57532

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

177

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

177

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#47 of 574

In Fort Pierre

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Stanley County School District 57-1

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Stanley County Elementary - 08

Stanley County Elementary - 08 is a public elementary school in Fort Pierre, SD, part of Stanley County School District 57-1. Stanley County Elementary - 08 serves approximately 177 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Stanley County Elementary - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Stanley County Elementary - 08 show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.4 pts above SD schools

8.5

This school 8.5 · Excellent
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 177 students, Stanley County Elementary - 08 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.0Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-1.66 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.0Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+15.9 pts

Adjusted Percentile85th

Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,524

Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Stanley County Elementary - 08 — Students at Stanley County Elementary - 08 score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 62.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

72%

ELA

72%

2010

Math

72%

ELA

72%

2011

Math

72%

ELA

77%

2012

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2014

Math

47%

ELA

62%

2015

Math

47%

ELA

72%

2016

Math

42%

ELA

62%

2017

Math

37%

ELA

57%

2018

Math

47%

ELA

52%

2019

Math

47%

ELA

52%

2020*

Math

52%

ELA

52%

2021*

Math

52%

ELA

52%

2022

Math

62%

ELA

67%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Stanley County Elementary - 08 Compares

See how Stanley County Elementary - 08 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.5/10

92th percentile in SD

Academic

9.0/10

Excellent

Growth

8.0/10

Excellent

Environment

9.0/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

25%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

15 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

14.1%

Location

PO Box 370, Fort Pierre, SD 57532

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stanley County Elementary - 08 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pierre Indian Learning Center (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Pierre), with a comparable rating. Another option is Kennedy Elementary - 08 (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Pierre), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Onida Elementary - 04 (rated 7.3/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Onida), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Pierre, see our Fort Pierre schools guide .

Nearby Schools

17 within 36.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Stanley County High School - 01 Fort Pierre	0.0 mi	134	5.6
Stanley County Middle School - 02 Fort Pierre	0.0 mi	97	5.5
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 Pierre	1.5 mi	681	5.4
Jefferson Elementary - 06 Pierre	1.9 mi	383	5.5
T F Riggs High School - 01 Pierre	1.9 mi	808	6.1
Buchanan Elementary - 03 Pierre	2.7 mi	422	6.9
Kennedy Elementary - 08 Pierre	3.6 mi	394	8.0
Pierre Indian Learning Center Pierre	3.2 mi	127	8.2
Blunt Elementary - 03 Blunt	21.9 mi	14	—
Onida Elementary - 04 Onida	28.5 mi	85	7.3
Sully Buttes High School - 07 Onida	28.5 mi	72	8.0
Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 Onida	28.5 mi	58	6.1
Lyman High School - 01 Presho	34.4 mi	97	6.8
Lyman Middle School - 02 Presho	34.4 mi	83	4.6
Jones County High School - 01 Murdo	36.3 mi	54	8.6
Jones County Middle School - 04 Murdo	36.3 mi	51	8.5
Jones County Elementary - 02 Murdo	36.3 mi	78	7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,513

Median Home Value

$174,700

Median Rent

$896/mo

Population

2,911

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

78.6%

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Median Age

42.9

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Corsica-Stickney Elementary - 02 Stickney, SD	136	8.7
Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 Mobridge, SD	144	8.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stanley County Elementary - 08

What grades does Stanley County Elementary - 08 serve?

Stanley County Elementary - 08 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Stanley County Elementary - 08?

Stanley County Elementary - 08 has an enrollment of approximately 177 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stanley County Elementary - 08?

The student-teacher ratio at Stanley County Elementary - 08 is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stanley County Elementary - 08 rank in SD?

Stanley County Elementary - 08 ranks #47 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Stanley County Elementary - 08's MySchoolScout rating?

Stanley County Elementary - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Stanley County Elementary - 08?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stanley County Elementary - 08 has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Stanley County Elementary - 08 a charter school?

No, Stanley County Elementary - 08 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stanley County Elementary - 08 a Title I school?

No, Stanley County Elementary - 08 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stanley County Elementary - 08?

25.4% of students at Stanley County Elementary - 08 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.