Excellent
#46 of 574 schools in SD
Top 8% in state
Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10
Elementary School · Faulkton Area Schools 24-4
15185 346th Ave, Faulkton, SD 57438
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#46 of 574
In Faulkton
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Faulkton Area Schools 24-4
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10
Elementary School in Faulkton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10
Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 is a public elementary school in Faulkton, SD, part of Faulkton Area Schools 24-4. Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 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.
Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 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.
Score Breakdown
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Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 — Students at Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 9.7/10.
How Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 Compares
See how Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
15185 346th Ave, Faulkton, SD 57438
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowdle Elementary - 02 (rated 8.6/10, 25.9 miles away, in nearby Bowdle), with a very similar rating. Another option is Faulkton Elementary - 02 (rated 8.5/10, 12.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ipswich Elementary - 02 (rated 7.9/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Ipswich), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Faulkton, see our Faulkton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 32.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 Faulkton | 3.0 mi | — |
| Brentwood Colony Virtual High School - 92 Faulkton | 3.0 mi | — |
| Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 Faulkton | 6.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Faulkton Elementary - 02 Faulkton | 12.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Faulkton High School - 01 Faulkton | 12.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Faulkton Middle School - 08 Faulkton | 12.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Edmunds Central High School - 01 Roscoe | 18.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Edmunds Central Middle School - 02 Roscoe | 18.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Edmunds Central Elementary - 05 Roscoe | 18.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 Ipswich | 18.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Ipswich Elementary - 02 Ipswich | 21.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Ipswich High School - 01 Ipswich | 21.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Ipswich Middle School - 04 Ipswich | 21.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Boulder Colony School - 06 Roscoe | 30.5 mi | — |
| Bowdle Elementary - 02 Bowdle | 25.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Bowdle High School - 01 Bowdle | 25.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Bowdle Jr. High - 03 Bowdle | 25.9 mi | — |
| Bowdle Preschool - 04 Bowdle | 25.9 mi | — |
| Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 Ipswich | 29.9 mi | — |
| Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 Ipswich | 32.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57438 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,847
Median Home Value
$116,400
Median Rent
$791/mo
Population
983
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
73.1%
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bowdle Elementary - 02 Bowdle, SD | 8.6 |
| Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Freeman, SD | 8.7 |
| BLACK HILLS CHILDREN'S HOME Rapid City, SD | 8.2 |
| Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 Platte, SD | 8.9 |
| SAPA UN CATHOLIC ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Saint Francis, SD | 8.1 |
| Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 Ipswich, SD | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10
What grades does Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 serve?
Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10?
Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10?
The student-teacher ratio at Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 rank in SD?
Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 ranks #46 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10's MySchoolScout rating?
Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 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 Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 a charter school?
No, Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 a Title I school?
No, Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Faulk County
- Phone
- (605) 598-6266
Resources & Links
District
Faulkton Area Schools 24-4- District Enrollment
- 393
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,427
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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