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#209 of 574 schools in SD
Top 36% in state
Upland Colony Elementary - 05
Elementary School · Sanborn Central School District 55-5
40405 SD Hwy 34, Forestburg, SD 57314
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#209 of 574
In Forestburg
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Sanborn Central School District 55-5
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Upland Colony Elementary - 05
Elementary School in Forestburg · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Upland Colony Elementary - 05
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 is a public elementary school in Forestburg, SD, part of Sanborn Central School District 55-5. Upland Colony Elementary - 05 serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Upland Colony Elementary - 05 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Upland Colony Elementary - 05 show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Upland Colony Elementary - 05 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.
Test scores at Upland Colony Elementary - 05 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.
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 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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Upland Colony Elementary - 05 — Students at Upland Colony Elementary - 05 score 40% proficient, which is below 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: 8.1/10.
How Upland Colony Elementary - 05 Compares
See how Upland Colony Elementary - 05 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
40405 SD Hwy 34, Forestburg, SD 57314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Upland Colony Elementary - 05 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hanson Elementary - 06 (rated 9.1/10, 18.0 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), which scores notably higher. Another option is Longfellow Elementary - 05 (rated 8.4/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Mitchell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 (rated 8.3/10, 18.0 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Forestburg, see our Forestburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,125
Median Home Value
$119,000
Median Rent
$783/mo
Population
535
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
77.8%
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
40.2
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| Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 Willow Lake, SD | 6.9 |
| Norris Elementary - 08 White River, SD | 6.7 |
| Grass Ranch Colony Elementary - 13 Kimball, SD | 6.6 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Salem, SD | 6.6 |
| Old Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 03 Parkston, SD | 6.3 |
| ST THOMAS SCHOOL Madison, SD | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Upland Colony Elementary - 05
What grades does Upland Colony Elementary - 05 serve?
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Upland Colony Elementary - 05?
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Upland Colony Elementary - 05?
The student-teacher ratio at Upland Colony Elementary - 05 is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Upland Colony Elementary - 05 rank in SD?
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 ranks #209 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Upland Colony Elementary - 05's MySchoolScout rating?
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Upland Colony Elementary - 05?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Upland Colony Elementary - 05 has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Upland Colony Elementary - 05 a charter school?
No, Upland Colony Elementary - 05 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Upland Colony Elementary - 05 a Title I school?
No, Upland Colony Elementary - 05 is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Sanborn County
- Phone
- (605) 495-4183
Resources & Links
District
Sanborn Central School District 55-5- District Enrollment
- 215
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,443
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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