Excellent

#67 of 574 schools in SD

Top 12% in state

Sturgis Elementary - 03

Elementary School · Meade School District 46-1

1121 Ballpark Rd, Sturgis, SD 57785

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

538

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Enrollment

538

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#67 of 574

In Sturgis

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Meade School District 46-1

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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About Sturgis Elementary - 03

Sturgis Elementary - 03 is a public elementary school in Sturgis, SD, part of Meade School District 46-1. Sturgis Elementary - 03 serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sturgis Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Sturgis Elementary - 03 show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above district

8.3

This school 8.3 · Excellent
District avg 7.1
SD avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.6Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.3Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+21.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile88th

Resources & Environment6.0Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$9,853

Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Sturgis Elementary - 03 — Students at Sturgis Elementary - 03 score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 67.8% (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

82%

ELA

79%

2010

Math

80%

ELA

80%

2011

Math

80%

ELA

83%

2012

Math

78%

ELA

79%

2014

Math

50%

ELA

53%

2015

Math

58%

ELA

62%

2016

Math

57%

ELA

55%

2017

Math

66%

ELA

60%

2018

Math

70%

ELA

67%

2019

Math

70%

ELA

67%

2020*

Math

67%

ELA

65%

2021*

Math

67%

ELA

65%

2022

Math

65%

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: 8.6/10.

How Sturgis Elementary - 03 Compares

See how Sturgis Elementary - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.3/10

89th percentile in SD

Academic

9.3/10

Excellent

Growth

8.6/10

Excellent

Environment

6.0/10

Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

38%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

44 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

23.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1121 Ballpark Rd, Sturgis, SD 57785

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sturgis Elementary - 03 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitewood Elementary - 04 (rated 8.9/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Whitewood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mountain View Elementary - 08 (rated 6.9/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Spearfish), a more accessible option. Additionally, Creekside Elementary - 07 (rated 6.9/10, 18.5 miles away, in nearby Spearfish), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sturgis, see our Sturgis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Sturgis Williams Middle School - 02 Sturgis	0.6 mi	485	5.7
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 Sturgis	2.7 mi	839	5.9
Whitewood Elementary - 04 Whitewood	7.2 mi	124	8.9
Lead-Deadwood Career & Technical Education - 10 Nemo	13.3 mi	64	6.0
Piedmont Valley Elementary - 05 Piedmont	13.2 mi	534	6.3
Lead-Deadwood Elementary - 03 Deadwood	10.8 mi	244	4.6
Stagebarn Middle School - 10 Summerset	16.0 mi	422	3.4
Lead-Deadwood Middle School - 02 Lead	13.4 mi	144	5.9
Lead-Deadwood High School - 01 Lead	13.4 mi	218	7.8
BLACK HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spearfish	15.1 mi	144	6.7
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills Elementary - 09 Spearfish	15.9 mi	7	—
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills High School - 10 Spearfish	15.9 mi	18	—
Black Hawk Elementary - 03 Blackhawk	19.9 mi	340	2.7
Newell Elementary - 02 Newell	22.1 mi	125	4.6
Newell High School - 01 Newell	22.1 mi	66	5.8
Newell Middle School - 04 Newell	22.1 mi	52	4.4
Mountain View Elementary - 08 Spearfish	17.7 mi	166	6.9
Spearfish High School - 01 Spearfish	18.4 mi	771	6.1
Spearfish Middle School - 05 Spearfish	18.4 mi	573	5.1
Creekside Elementary - 07 Spearfish	18.5 mi	519	6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57785 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,311

Median Home Value

$263,000

Median Rent

$842/mo

Population

10,705

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

70.8%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sturgis Elementary - 03

What grades does Sturgis Elementary - 03 serve?

Sturgis Elementary - 03 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Sturgis Elementary - 03?

Sturgis Elementary - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sturgis Elementary - 03?

The student-teacher ratio at Sturgis Elementary - 03 is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sturgis Elementary - 03 rank in SD?

Sturgis Elementary - 03 ranks #67 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Sturgis Elementary - 03's MySchoolScout rating?

Sturgis Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Sturgis Elementary - 03?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sturgis Elementary - 03 has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sturgis Elementary - 03 a charter school?

No, Sturgis Elementary - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sturgis Elementary - 03 a Title I school?

No, Sturgis Elementary - 03 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sturgis Elementary - 03?

37.7% of students at Sturgis Elementary - 03 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.