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#362 of 574 schools in SD

Vandenberg Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Douglas School District 51-1

561 Briggs St, Box Elder, SD 57719

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

442

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.6

Grades

4th – 5th

Enrollment

442

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.6

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#362 of 574

In Box Elder

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Douglas School District 51-1

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About Vandenberg Elementary - 02

Vandenberg Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Box Elder, SD, part of Douglas School District 51-1. Vandenberg Elementary - 02 serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Vandenberg Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #362 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Vandenberg Elementary - 02 show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
District avg 6.9
SD avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress5.7Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.81 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics6.1Average30%

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

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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-0.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile44th

Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,597

Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Vandenberg Elementary - 02 — Students at Vandenberg Elementary - 02 score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 56.1% (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

80%

ELA

76%

2010

Math

79%

ELA

76%

2011

Math

77%

ELA

75%

2012

Math

73%

ELA

72%

2014

Math

38%

ELA

38%

2015

Math

43%

ELA

48%

2016

Math

45%

ELA

47%

2017

Math

37%

ELA

43%

2018

Math

51%

ELA

52%

2019

Math

51%

ELA

52%

2020*

Math

42%

ELA

50%

2021*

Math

42%

ELA

50%

2022

Math

42%

ELA

50%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Vandenberg Elementary - 02 Compares

See how Vandenberg Elementary - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.6/10

37th percentile in SD

Academic

6.1/10

Average

Growth

5.7/10

Average

Environment

4.7/10

Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

32%

Teaching Staff

16:1 student-teacher ratio

28 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

20.4%

Location

561 Briggs St, Box Elder, SD 57719

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vandenberg Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Patriot Elementary -06 (rated 8.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Rapid City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grandview Elementary - 06 (rated 5.5/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Rapid City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Box Elder, see our Box Elder schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Patriot Elementary -06 Box Elder	0.2 mi	936	8.2
Douglas High School - 03 Box Elder	0.2 mi	752	5.8
Douglas Middle School - 01 Box Elder	0.4 mi	623	4.9
East Middle School - 30 Rapid City	5.3 mi	611	4.7
Valley View Elementary - 13 Rapid City	5.4 mi	584	4.3
Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 Rapid City	6.5 mi	487	5.4
RAPID CITY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rapid City	6.3 mi	18	—
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City	7.2 mi	127	7.1
Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City	7.3 mi	357	3.0
Wellfully - 65 Rapid City	7.7 mi	11	—
North Middle School - 35 Rapid City	7.7 mi	480	4.1
General Beadle Elementary - 01 Rapid City	7.8 mi	441	4.9
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rapid City	8.8 mi	120	4.5
Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City	8.6 mi	324	2.9
Jefferson Building - 64 Rapid City	8.4 mi	35	5.3
South Middle School - 36 Rapid City	9.0 mi	502	3.4
Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City	8.5 mi	293	3.1
Central High School - 41 Rapid City	8.7 mi	2,020	4.6
South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City	9.1 mi	285	2.9
Grandview Elementary - 06 Rapid City	9.4 mi	409	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,936

Median Home Value

$275,400

Median Rent

$1,212/mo

Population

11,475

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

61.6%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

31.5

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Grandview Elementary - 06 Rapid City, SD	409	5.5
Jefferson Elementary - 06 Pierre, SD	383	5.5
Jolley Elementary - 04 Vermillion, SD	383	5.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vandenberg Elementary - 02

What grades does Vandenberg Elementary - 02 serve?

Vandenberg Elementary - 02 serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Vandenberg Elementary - 02?

Vandenberg Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vandenberg Elementary - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Vandenberg Elementary - 02 is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vandenberg Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Vandenberg Elementary - 02 ranks #362 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Vandenberg Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Vandenberg Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Vandenberg Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vandenberg Elementary - 02 has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Vandenberg Elementary - 02 a charter school?

No, Vandenberg Elementary - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Vandenberg Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

No, Vandenberg Elementary - 02 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vandenberg Elementary - 02?

31.7% of students at Vandenberg Elementary - 02 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.