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#313 of 574 schools in SD

Todd County Elementary - 16

Elementary School · Todd County School District 66-1

PO Box 308, Mission, SD 57555

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

509

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

509

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#313 of 574

In Mission

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Todd County School District 66-1

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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About Todd County Elementary - 16

Todd County Elementary - 16 is a public elementary school in Mission, SD, part of Todd County School District 66-1. Todd County Elementary - 16 serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Todd County Elementary - 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #313 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Todd County Elementary - 16 show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
District avg 5.1
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Todd County Elementary - 16 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Todd County Elementary - 16 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.

80% of students at Todd County Elementary - 16 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.5Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data7

Annual Change-0.31 pts/yr

Data Period2014–2022

TrendStable

Academics2.2Needs Improvement30%

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

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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-16.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile5th

Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$16,832

Chronic Absenteeism80.2%

Todd County Elementary - 16 — Students at Todd County Elementary - 16 score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 4.8% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 7.9% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 14 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2014

Math

ELA

10%

2015

Math

ELA

2016

Math

ELA

2017

Math

ELA

2018

Math

ELA

2019

Math

ELA

2022

Math

2.5%

ELA

12%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Todd County Elementary - 16 Compares

See how Todd County Elementary - 16 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.1/10

46th percentile in SD

Academic

2.2/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

9.5/10

Excellent

Environment

3.3/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

100%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

41 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

80.2%

Location

PO Box 308, Mission, SD 57555

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Todd County Elementary - 16 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALENTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 29.4 miles away, in nearby Valentine), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAPA UN CATHOLIC ACADEMY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Saint Francis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, White River Elementary - 02 (rated 6.5/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby White River), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 29.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Todd County Middle School - 10 Mission	0.3 mi	373	4.3
Todd County High School - 01 Mission	0.4 mi	471	5.2
Resource Center - 11 Mission	0.4 mi	6	—
Todd County Achievement High School - 17 Mission	0.4 mi	39	3.3
Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 Mission	0.5 mi	14	—
Rosebud Elementary - 04 Rosebud	11.0 mi	294	4.3
Lakeview Elementary - 09 Crookston	15.9 mi	40	4.2
Klein Elementary - 08 Mission	13.6 mi	6	—
O'Kreek Elementary - 14 O'Kreek	14.0 mi	20	—
White River Elementary - 02 White River	19.4 mi	164	6.5
White River High School - 01 White River	19.4 mi	118	7.2
White River Middle School - 04 White River	19.5 mi	88	5.8
St. Francis Indian School St. Francis	16.3 mi	594	—
SAPA UN CATHOLIC ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Saint Francis	16.5 mi	43	8.1
Littleburg Elementary - 12 Valentine	20.0 mi	17	—
He Dog Elementary - 05 Parmelee	20.4 mi	200	5.2
Spring Creek Elementary - 07 St. Francis	22.4 mi	60	5.7
VALENTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valentine	29.4 mi	287	8.5
VALENTINE MIDDLE SCHOOL Valentine	29.5 mi	154	8.3
VALENTINE HIGH SCHOOL Valentine	29.4 mi	152	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57555 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,772

Median Home Value

$73,800

Median Rent

$535/mo

Population

3,530

College Educated

21.6%

Homeownership

53.3%

Poverty Rate

38.5%

Median Age

27.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Todd County Elementary - 16

What grades does Todd County Elementary - 16 serve?

Todd County Elementary - 16 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Todd County Elementary - 16?

Todd County Elementary - 16 has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Todd County Elementary - 16?

The student-teacher ratio at Todd County Elementary - 16 is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Todd County Elementary - 16 rank in SD?

Todd County Elementary - 16 ranks #313 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Todd County Elementary - 16's MySchoolScout rating?

Todd County Elementary - 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Todd County Elementary - 16?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Todd County Elementary - 16 has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Todd County Elementary - 16 a charter school?

No, Todd County Elementary - 16 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Todd County Elementary - 16 a Title I school?

No, Todd County Elementary - 16 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Todd County Elementary - 16?

100.0% of students at Todd County Elementary - 16 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.