Very Good

#174 of 574 schools in SD

Top 30% in state

Wagner Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Wagner Community School District 11-4

101 Walnut Ave SW, Wagner, SD 57380

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

323

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Enrollment

323

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#174 of 574

In Wagner

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Wagner Community School District 11-4

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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About Wagner Elementary - 02

Wagner Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Wagner, SD, part of Wagner Community School District 11-4. Wagner Elementary - 02 serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wagner Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #174 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Wagner Elementary - 02 show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above SD schools

7.3

This school 7.3 · Very Good
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Wagner Elementary - 02 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.

37% of students at Wagner Elementary - 02 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 Progress7.3Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.12 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics7.1Very Good30%

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

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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

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

vs. Expected+18.3 pts

Adjusted Percentile57th

Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$15,825

Chronic Absenteeism37.2%

Wagner Elementary - 02 — Students at Wagner Elementary - 02 score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

How we calculate scores →

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 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009

Math

57%

ELA

52%

2010

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2011

Math

62%

ELA

62%

2012

Math

67%

ELA

57%

2014

Math

52%

ELA

42%

2015

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2016

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2017

Math

37%

ELA

37%

2018

Math

52%

ELA

37%

2019

Math

52%

ELA

37%

2020*

Math

37%

ELA

27%

2021*

Math

37%

ELA

27%

2022

Math

47%

ELA

37%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Wagner Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

7.3/10

70th percentile in SD

Academic

7.1/10

Very Good

Growth

7.3/10

Very Good

Environment

7.6/10

Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

100%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

31 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

37.2%

Location

101 Walnut Ave SW, Wagner, SD 57380

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wagner Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOYD COUNTY ELEMENTARY (LYNCH) (rated 9.8/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Lynch), which scores notably higher. Another option is Andes Central Elementary - 02 (rated 5.9/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Lake Andes), a more accessible option. Additionally, Avon Elementary - 02 (rated 5.0/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Avon), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wagner, see our Wagner schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Wagner High School - 01 Wagner	0.0 mi	189	7.9
Wagner Middle School - 03 Wagner	0.0 mi	274	5.9
Early Learning Center - 04 Wagner	0.0 mi	114	4.8
Marty Indian School Marty	8.5 mi	245	—
Clearfield Colony Elementary - 07 Tripp	9.5 mi	22	—
Greenwood Colony Elementary - 05 Tripp	12.0 mi	3	—
Lakeview Colony Elementary - 05 Lake Andes	12.5 mi	25	—
Andes Central Elementary - 02 Lake Andes	12.6 mi	179	5.9
Andes Central High School - 01 Lake Andes	12.6 mi	62	6.9
Andes Central Middle School - 04 Lake Andes	12.6 mi	56	5.1
Armour High School - 01 Armour	16.7 mi	52	7.7
Armour Elementary - 02 Armour	16.7 mi	118	4.4
Armour Middle School - 03 Armour	16.7 mi	54	4.5
Avon Elementary - 02 Avon	13.5 mi	63	5.0
Avon High School - 01 Avon	13.5 mi	76	6.8
Avon Middle School - 05 Avon	13.5 mi	73	7.1
Avon Preschool - 06 Avon	13.5 mi	19	—
BOYD COUNTY ELEMENTARY (LYNCH) Lynch	19.2 mi	53	9.8
Corsica-Stickney Jr. High - 03 Corsica	24.2 mi	64	7.0
Corsica-Stickney High School - 01 Corsica	24.2 mi	67	9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57380 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,309

Median Home Value

$153,800

Median Rent

$724/mo

Population

3,335

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

65.2%

Avg Commute

15 min

Poverty Rate

18.4%

Median Age

31.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wagner Elementary - 02

What grades does Wagner Elementary - 02 serve?

Wagner Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Wagner Elementary - 02?

Wagner Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Wagner Elementary - 02 is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wagner Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Wagner Elementary - 02 ranks #174 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Wagner Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Wagner Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Wagner Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wagner Elementary - 02 has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wagner Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Wagner Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Wagner 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.