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#400 of 574 schools in SD

Wall Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Wall School District 51-5

PO Box 414, Wall, SD 57790

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

119

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

119

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#400 of 574

In Wall

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Wall School District 51-5

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Wall Elementary - 02

Wall Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Wall, SD, part of Wall School District 51-5. Wall Elementary - 02 serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wall Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #400 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Wall Elementary - 02 show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below SD schools

5.3

This school 5.3 · Average
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 119 students, Wall Elementary - 02 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.

Wall 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.8 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics6.9Average30%

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

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Math Proficiency54.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+4.2 pts

Adjusted Percentile55th

Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,254

Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Wall Elementary - 02 — Students at Wall Elementary - 02 score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 73.3% (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

84.5%

ELA

95%

2010

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2011

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2012

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2014

Math

64.5%

ELA

74.5%

2015

Math

74.5%

ELA

84.5%

2016

Math

74.5%

ELA

74.5%

2017

Math

72%

ELA

77%

2018

Math

64.5%

ELA

64.5%

2019

Math

64.5%

ELA

64.5%

2020*

Math

44.5%

ELA

44.5%

2021*

Math

44.5%

ELA

44.5%

2022

Math

54.5%

ELA

44.5%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Wall Elementary - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score

5.3/10

31th percentile in SD

Academic

6.9/10

Average

Growth

3.3/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

8.0/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

35%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

8 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

9.2%

Location

PO Box 414, Wall, SD 57790

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wall Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wall High School - 01 (rated 7.3/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wall Middle School - 06 (rated 6.8/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wall, see our Wall schools guide .

Nearby Schools

4 within 26.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Wall High School - 01 Wall	0.0 mi	99	7.3
Wall Middle School - 06 Wall	0.0 mi	59	6.8
Interior Elementary - 09 Kadoka	22.5 mi	21	—
Elm Springs Elementary - 13 Whitewood	26.2 mi	11	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57790 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,077

Median Home Value

$187,500

Median Rent

$532/mo

Population

1,074

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

84.4%

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wall Elementary - 02

What grades does Wall Elementary - 02 serve?

Wall Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Wall Elementary - 02?

Wall Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Wall Elementary - 02 is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wall Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Wall Elementary - 02 ranks #400 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Wall Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Wall Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Wall Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wall Elementary - 02 has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wall Elementary - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Wall Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

35.3% of students at Wall 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.