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Sunset Colony Elementary - 04
Elementary School · Britton-Hecla School District 45-4
PO Box 190, Britton, SD 57430
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Sunset Colony Elementary - 04
Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Britton, SD, part of the Britton-Hecla School District 45-4. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $71,563, where 20% 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 28 students, Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 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, Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 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
- 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)
Based on 6 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
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. SARGENT CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Forman). Another option is Langford Area Elementary - 02 (rated 7.5/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Langford). Additionally, OAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 24.8 miles away, in nearby Oakes). For more schools in Britton, see our Britton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 37.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Colony High School - 06 Britton | 0.0 mi | — |
| Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 Britton | 7.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Britton-Hecla Elementary - 02 Britton | 6.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Britton-Hecla High School - 01 Britton | 6.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Britton-Hecla Middle School - 03 Britton | 6.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Newport Colony Elementary - 04 Langford | 9.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Langford Area Elementary - 02 Langford | 14.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Langford Area High School - 01 Langford | 14.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Langford Area Middle School - 03 Langford | 14.3 mi | 6.6 |
| SARGENT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Forman | 23.6 mi | 7.0 |
| SARGENT CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forman | 23.6 mi | 8.2 |
| OAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakes | 24.8 mi | 6.4 |
| OAKES HIGH SCHOOL Oakes | 24.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Groton Area Elementary - 02 Groton | 26.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Groton Area High School - 01 Groton | 26.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Groton Area Middle School - 04 Groton | 26.8 mi | 8.0 |
| NORTH SARGENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gwinner | 30.7 mi | 4.8 |
| NORTH SARGENT HIGH SCHOOL Gwinner | 30.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Webster Area Elementary - 03 Webster | 37.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Webster Area High School - 01 Webster | 37.3 mi | 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 has a median household income of $71,563. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $118,400, with a median rent of $788/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls, SD | — |
| Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 Faulkton, SD | — |
| Clark Colony Elementary - 05 Raymond, SD | — |
| Clearfield Colony Elementary - 07 Tripp, SD | — |
| Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 Ipswich, SD | — |
| Elk Mountain Elementary - 01 Dewey, SD | — |
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 the most recent state assessment data, Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Marshall County
- Phone
- (605) 448-2234
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Britton-Hecla School District 45-4- District Enrollment
- 480
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,160
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