Below Average
#461 of 574 schools in SD
Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02
Elementary School · Waverly School District 14-5
319 Mary Pl, Waverly, SD 57201
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#461 of 574
In Waverly
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Waverly School District 14-5
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02
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About Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02
Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Waverly, SD, part of Waverly School District 14-5. Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #461 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 113 students, Waverly-south Shore 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.
Waverly-south Shore 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
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Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 — Students at Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.5/10.
How Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 Compares
See how Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
319 Mary Pl, Waverly, SD 57201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary - 05 (rated 8.0/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mellette Elementary - 07 (rated 7.5/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMACULATE CONCEPTION (rated 7.1/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waverly, see our Waverly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,809
Median Home Value
$223,600
Median Rent
$903/mo
Population
26,375
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
14.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.5
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| Estelline Elementary - 02 Estelline, SD | 4.7 |
| Scotland Elementary - 02 Scotland, SD | 4.7 |
| Tripp Elementary - 03 Tripp, SD | 4.7 |
| Pahin Sinte Owayawa Porcupine, SD | 4.8 |
| Newell Elementary - 02 Newell, SD | 4.6 |
| Wilmot Elementary - 02 Wilmot, SD | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02
What grades does Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 serve?
Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02?
Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02?
The student-teacher ratio at Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 rank in SD?
Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 ranks #461 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?
Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 a charter school?
No, Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 a Title I school?
No, Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02?
44.2% of students at Waverly-south Shore 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 113
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Codington County
- Phone
- (605) 886-9174
Resources & Links
District
Waverly School District 14-5- District Enrollment
- 263
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,520
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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