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#170 of 574 schools in SD

Top 29% in state

Washington 4-5 Center - 20

Elementary School · Huron School District 02-2

PO Box 949, Huron, SD 57350

Enrollment

456

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

7.3

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#170 of 574

In Huron

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Huron School District 02-2

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Washington 4-5 Center - 20

7.3/10

Elementary School in Huron · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About Washington 4-5 Center - 20

Washington 4-5 Center - 20 is a public elementary school in Huron, SD, part of Huron School District 02-2. Washington 4-5 Center - 20 serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington 4-5 Center - 20 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Washington 4-5 Center - 20 show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • SD avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,036
Chronic Absenteeism18.4%

Washington 4-5 Center - 20 — Students at Washington 4-5 Center - 20 score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
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.

2016
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
43%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Washington 4-5 Center - 20 Compares

See how Washington 4-5 Center - 20 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
71th percentile in SD
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

Location

PO Box 949, Huron, SD 57350

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington 4-5 Center - 20 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sanborn Central Elementary - 06 (rated 7.7/10, 23.3 miles away, in nearby Forestburg), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 (rated 7.5/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Hitchcock), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Madison 2-3 Center - 19 (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Huron, see our Huron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Huron High School - 01 Huron 0.4 mi 5.6
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huron 0.5 mi 5.5
Huron Middle School - 02 Huron 0.6 mi 5.6
Madison 2-3 Center - 19 Huron 0.7 mi 6.4
Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 Huron 1.1 mi 5.0
JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huron 2.6 mi 6.8
Our Home ASAP - 12 Huron 3.9 mi
Our Home Rediscovery - 77 Huron 3.9 mi
Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 Huron 10.3 mi
Huron Colony Elementary - 13 Huron 14.9 mi
Wolsey Wessington Middle School - 03 Wolsey 12.9 mi 4.4
Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 Wolsey 12.9 mi 4.2
Wolsey Wessington High School - 01 Wolsey 12.9 mi 7.6
Woonsocket Elementary - 03 Woonsocket 20.6 mi 5.5
Woonsocket High School - 01 Woonsocket 20.6 mi 9.3
Pearl Creek Colony Elementary - 05 Iroquois 15.2 mi
Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 Hitchcock 21.6 mi 7.5
Sanborn Central High School - 01 Forestburg 23.3 mi 8.4
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 Forestburg 23.3 mi 8.2
Sanborn Central Elementary - 06 Forestburg 23.3 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57350 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,351

Median Home Value

$180,400

Median Rent

$840/mo

Population

16,148

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

12.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington 4-5 Center - 20

What grades does Washington 4-5 Center - 20 serve?

Washington 4-5 Center - 20 serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Washington 4-5 Center - 20?

Washington 4-5 Center - 20 has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington 4-5 Center - 20?

The student-teacher ratio at Washington 4-5 Center - 20 is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington 4-5 Center - 20 rank in SD?

Washington 4-5 Center - 20 ranks #170 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Washington 4-5 Center - 20's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington 4-5 Center - 20 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 Washington 4-5 Center - 20?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington 4-5 Center - 20 has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Washington 4-5 Center - 20 a charter school?

No, Washington 4-5 Center - 20 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Washington 4-5 Center - 20 a Title I school?

No, Washington 4-5 Center - 20 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington 4-5 Center - 20?

73.2% of students at Washington 4-5 Center - 20 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Beadle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

District

Huron School District 02-2
District Enrollment
2,935
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,036
District Rank
#1 of 5

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