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Sunset Colony Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Britton-Hecla School District 45-4

PO Box 190, Britton, SD 57430

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

14:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

14:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

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About Sunset Colony Elementary - 04

Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Britton, SD, part of Britton-Hecla School District 45-4. Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 serves approximately 28 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

Structured state assessment records for Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

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At 28 students, Sunset 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.

Sunset 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.

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Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 28 students
Type: Public
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Address: PO Box 190, Britton, SD 57430
Website: britton.k12.sd.us
Phone: (605) 448-2234
Data Year: SY 2022-23

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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 47.9% (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

90%

2010

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2011

Math

90%

ELA

69.5%

2012

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2014

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2015

Math

30%

ELA

49.5%

2016

Math

49.5%

ELA

30%

2017

Math

30%

ELA

30%

2018

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2019

Math

25%

ELA

25%

2020*

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2021*

Math

25%

ELA

25%

2022

Math

25%

ELA

25%

* 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.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

89%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

2 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

3.6%

Location

PO Box 190, Britton, SD 57430

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Webster Area Elementary - 03 (rated 8.0/10, 37.3 miles away, in nearby Webster). Another option is OAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 24.8 miles away, in nearby Oakes). Additionally, Britton-Hecla Elementary - 02 (rated 6.3/10, 6.6 miles away). For more schools in Britton, see our Britton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 37.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Sunset Colony High School - 06 Britton	0.0 mi	10	—
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 Britton	7.3 mi	34	2.8
Britton-Hecla Elementary - 02 Britton	6.6 mi	173	6.3
Britton-Hecla High School - 01 Britton	6.6 mi	126	7.7
Britton-Hecla Middle School - 03 Britton	6.6 mi	109	4.2
Newport Colony Elementary - 04 Langford	9.2 mi	51	2.3
Langford Area Elementary - 02 Langford	14.3 mi	111	4.9
Langford Area High School - 01 Langford	14.3 mi	44	8.8
Langford Area Middle School - 03 Langford	14.3 mi	41	5.8
SARGENT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Forman	23.6 mi	68	7.0
SARGENT CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forman	23.6 mi	122	4.9
OAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakes	24.8 mi	247	6.6
OAKES HIGH SCHOOL Oakes	24.8 mi	233	4.5
Groton Area Elementary - 02 Groton	26.6 mi	304	6.3
Groton Area High School - 01 Groton	26.8 mi	171	8.9
Groton Area Middle School - 04 Groton	26.8 mi	126	7.8
NORTH SARGENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gwinner	30.7 mi	127	3.6
NORTH SARGENT HIGH SCHOOL Gwinner	30.7 mi	63	8.7
Webster Area Elementary - 03 Webster	37.3 mi	270	8.0
Webster Area High School - 01 Webster	37.3 mi	160	8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,563

Median Home Value

$118,400

Median Rent

$788/mo

Population

1,916

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

76.8%

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

47.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunset Colony Elementary - 04

What grades does Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 serve?

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

How many students attend Sunset Colony Elementary - 04?

Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 is 14:1. 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 Sunset Colony Elementary - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 a charter school?

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

Is Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

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

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

89.3% of students at Sunset 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.