Needs Improvement
#527 of 574 schools in SD
Webster Elementary - 06
Elementary School · Yankton School District 63-3
PO Box 738, Yankton, SD 57078
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#527 of 574
In Yankton
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Yankton School District 63-3
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Webster Elementary - 06
Elementary School in Yankton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Webster Elementary - 06
Webster Elementary - 06 is a public elementary school in Yankton, SD, part of Yankton School District 63-3. Webster Elementary - 06 serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Webster Elementary - 06 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #527 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Webster Elementary - 06 show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Webster Elementary - 06 runs 21.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Webster Elementary - 06 — Students at Webster Elementary - 06 score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.4%
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: 4.5/10.
How Webster Elementary - 06 Compares
See how Webster Elementary - 06 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 738, Yankton, SD 57078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Webster Elementary - 06 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART MIDDLE SCHOOL - (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Crofton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stewart Elementary - 05 (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yankton, see our Yankton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SACRED HEART MIDDLE SCHOOL - Yankton | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Beadle Elementary - 03 Yankton | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 04 Yankton | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Yankton Middle School - 02 Yankton | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Stewart Elementary - 05 Yankton | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MISSOURI VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yankton | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Yankton High School - 01 Yankton | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Yankton | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CROFTON HIGH SCHOOL Crofton | 11.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton | 11.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton | 11.6 mi | 6.5 |
| EAST AND WEST CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington | 13.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Gayville-Volin High School - 01 Gayville | 10.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Gayville-Volin Elementary - 02 Gayville | 10.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Gayville-Volin Middle School - 03 Gayville | 10.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 Menno | 16.4 mi | — |
| WYNOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wynot | 14.3 mi | 5.0 |
| WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL Wynot | 14.3 mi | 6.8 |
| WYNOT MIDDLE SCHOOL Wynot | 14.3 mi | 4.5 |
| CEDAR CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Hartington | 18.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,395
Median Home Value
$213,300
Median Rent
$777/mo
Population
20,547
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
13.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Redfield Elementary - 03 Redfield, SD | 3.7 |
| Elk Point-Jefferson Elementary - 02 Elk Point, SD | 3.9 |
| Simmons Elementary - 10 Aberdeen, SD | 3.9 |
| Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 Rapid City, SD | 3.6 |
| Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 Sioux Falls, SD | 4.0 |
| Robert Frost Elementary - 18 Sioux Falls, SD | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Webster Elementary - 06
What grades does Webster Elementary - 06 serve?
Webster Elementary - 06 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Webster Elementary - 06?
Webster Elementary - 06 has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Webster Elementary - 06?
The student-teacher ratio at Webster Elementary - 06 is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Webster Elementary - 06 rank in SD?
Webster Elementary - 06 ranks #527 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Webster Elementary - 06's MySchoolScout rating?
Webster Elementary - 06 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Webster Elementary - 06?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Webster Elementary - 06 has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Webster Elementary - 06 a charter school?
No, Webster Elementary - 06 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Webster Elementary - 06 a Title I school?
No, Webster Elementary - 06 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Webster Elementary - 06?
32.4% of students at Webster Elementary - 06 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
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Yankton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.5%
- Phone
- (605) 665-2484
Resources & Links
District
Yankton School District 63-3- District Enrollment
- 3,086
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,904
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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