Waubay Elementary - 02

Waubay Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Waubay, South Dakota, serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. With just 77 students and a student-teacher ratio of 7.0:1, it delivers an unusually close level of individual attention. The school earns a composite score of 9.6 out of 10 — an Exceptional rating driven by a 9.3 academic score and a 9.9 growth score.

That growth figure is particularly notable: it reflects how much students are advancing over time, not just where they start. The results show up clearly in statewide comparisons. Waubay Elementary - 02 ranks 4th out of 574 public schools in South Dakota and outperforms 100% of South Dakota schools on key academic measures.

Among elementary schools specifically, it holds the same 4th-place standing out of 271 schools statewide. For families in Waubay and the surrounding area, this small school punches well above its size. Its scores place it at the very top of what South Dakota public education offers at the elementary level.

Parents comparing options in this part of the state will find it difficult to identify a school delivering stronger academic outcomes.

With an enrollment of 77 students, Waubay Elementary - 02 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, Waubay Elementary - 02 offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Waubay Elementary - 02 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.