Average
#233 of 574 schools in SD
Top 40% in state
Based on limited data
West Elementary - 03
Elementary School · Spearfish School District 40-2
525 E Illinois, Spearfish, SD 57783
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on SD statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
1st – 2nd
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
1st – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#233 of 574
In Spearfish
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Spearfish School District 40-2
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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West Elementary - 03
Elementary School in Spearfish · grades 1st – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Elementary - 03
West Elementary - 03 is a public elementary school in Spearfish, SD, part of Spearfish School District 40-2. West Elementary - 03 serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades 1st-2nd, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. West Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #233 of 574 schools in SD.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- SD avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How West Elementary - 03 Compares
See how West Elementary - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
525 E Illinois, Spearfish, SD 57783
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Elementary - 03 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitewood Elementary - 04 (rated 8.9/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Whitewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sturgis Elementary - 03 (rated 8.3/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Sturgis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mountain View Elementary - 08 (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Spearfish, see our Spearfish schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,970
Median Home Value
$332,300
Median Rent
$946/mo
Population
16,929
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
15.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chamberlain Elementary - 03 Chamberlain, SD | 6.8 |
| Hill City Elementary - 02 Hill City, SD | 6.8 |
| Buchanan Elementary - 03 Pierre, SD | 6.9 |
| Corral Drive Elementary - 21 Rapid City, SD | 6.9 |
| McKinley Elementary - 06 Watertown, SD | 6.9 |
| Explorer Elementary - 04 Sioux Falls, SD | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Elementary - 03
What grades does West Elementary - 03 serve?
West Elementary - 03 serves students in grades 1st through 2nd.
How many students attend West Elementary - 03?
West Elementary - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Elementary - 03?
The student-teacher ratio at West Elementary - 03 is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Elementary - 03 rank in SD?
West Elementary - 03 ranks #233 of 574 schools in SD.
What is West Elementary - 03's MySchoolScout rating?
West Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is West Elementary - 03 a charter school?
No, West Elementary - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Elementary - 03 a Title I school?
No, West Elementary - 03 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Elementary - 03?
17.0% of students at West Elementary - 03 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 348
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lawrence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.5%
- Phone
- (605) 717-1205
Resources & Links
District
Spearfish School District 40-2- District Enrollment
- 2,387
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,621
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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