Very Good

#177 of 574 schools in SD

Top 31% in state

Westside Elementary - 03

Elementary School · Sisseton School District 54-2

516 8th Ave W, Sisseton, SD 57262

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#177 of 574

In Sisseton

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Sisseton School District 54-2

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Westside Elementary - 03

Westside Elementary - 03 is a public elementary school in Sisseton, SD, part of Sisseton School District 54-2. Westside Elementary - 03 serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Westside Elementary - 03 show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above SD schools

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Westside Elementary - 03 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.

38% of students at Westside Elementary - 03 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.0Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data12

Annual Change-1.64 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics6.5Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+8.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile50th

Resources & Environment6.2Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,105

Chronic Absenteeism38.4%

Westside Elementary - 03 — Students at Westside Elementary - 03 score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 24 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

62%

ELA

57%

2010

Math

62%

ELA

57%

2011

Math

57%

ELA

57%

2012

Math

42%

ELA

57%

2014

Math

19%

ELA

16%

2015

Math

20%

ELA

25%

2017

Math

24%

ELA

26%

2018

Math

28%

ELA

37%

2019

Math

28%

ELA

37%

2020*

Math

47%

ELA

47%

2021*

Math

47%

ELA

47%

2022

Math

42%

ELA

42%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Westside Elementary - 03 Compares

See how Westside Elementary - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.2/10

69th percentile in SD

Academic

6.5/10

Average

Growth

8.0/10

Excellent

Environment

6.2/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

70%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

33 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

38.4%

Location

516 8th Ave W, Sisseton, SD 57262

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westside Elementary - 03 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Waubay Elementary - 02 (rated 8.4/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Waubay), which scores notably higher. Another option is HANKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 29.2 miles away, in nearby Hankinson), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rosholt Elementary - 02 (rated 6.6/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Rosholt), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sisseton, see our Sisseton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 29.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Sisseton High School - 01 Sisseton	0.4 mi	299	3.9
Sisseton Middle School - 02 Sisseton	0.4 mi	296	5.2
Tiospa Zina Tribal School Agency Village	7.1 mi	469	—
BROWNS VALLEY ELEMENTARY Browns Valley	11.9 mi	129	4.7
BROWNS VALLEY MIDDLE Browns Valley	11.9 mi	68	4.7
Wilmot Elementary - 02 Wilmot	20.1 mi	109	4.6
Wilmot High School - 01 Wilmot	20.1 mi	71	5.2
Wilmot Middle School - 03 Wilmot	20.1 mi	53	3.4
Enemy Swim Day School Waubay	19.9 mi	156	3.8
Summit Elementary - 02 Summit	24.7 mi	135	5.0
Summit High School - 01 Summit	24.7 mi	51	7.2
Rosholt Elementary - 02 Rosholt	20.8 mi	87	6.6
Rosholt High School - 01 Rosholt	20.8 mi	71	6.5
Rosholt Middle School - 04 Rosholt	20.8 mi	48	3.7
Waubay Elementary - 02 Waubay	25.4 mi	77	8.4
Waubay High School - 01 Waubay	25.4 mi	68	5.7
Waubay Middle School - 03 Waubay	25.4 mi	27	—
LIDGERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lidgerwood	28.9 mi	99	5.0
LIDGERWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Lidgerwood	28.9 mi	81	7.2
HANKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hankinson	29.2 mi	132	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57262 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,667

Median Home Value

$121,100

Median Rent

$656/mo

Population

5,043

College Educated

16.7%

Homeownership

53.3%

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westside Elementary - 03

What grades does Westside Elementary - 03 serve?

Westside Elementary - 03 serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Westside Elementary - 03?

Westside Elementary - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary - 03?

The student-teacher ratio at Westside Elementary - 03 is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westside Elementary - 03 rank in SD?

Westside Elementary - 03 ranks #177 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Westside Elementary - 03's MySchoolScout rating?

Westside Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Westside Elementary - 03?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westside Elementary - 03 has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Westside Elementary - 03 a charter school?

No, Westside Elementary - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Westside Elementary - 03 a Title I school?

No, Westside Elementary - 03 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westside Elementary - 03?

70.4% of students at Westside 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.