Needs Improvement
#567 of 574 schools in SD
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05
Elementary School · Britton-Hecla School District 45-4
499 Westwood Rd, Britton, SD 57430
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#567 of 574
In Britton
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Britton-Hecla School District 45-4
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Westwood Rural Elementary - 05
Elementary School in Britton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Westwood Rural Elementary - 05
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 is a public elementary school in Britton, SD, part of Britton-Hecla School District 45-4. Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #567 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 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.
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 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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Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 — Students at Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: 1.9/10.
How Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 Compares
See how Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
499 Westwood Rd, Britton, SD 57430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 22.8 miles away, in nearby Oakes), which scores notably higher. Another option is Britton-Hecla Elementary - 02 (rated 6.3/10, 6.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Groton Area Elementary - 02 (rated 6.3/10, 33.6 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Britton, see our Britton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Britton-Hecla High School - 01 Britton | 6.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Britton-Hecla Middle School - 03 Britton | 6.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Britton-Hecla Elementary - 02 Britton | 6.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 Britton | 7.3 mi | — |
| Sunset Colony High School - 06 Britton | 7.3 mi | — |
| Newport Colony Elementary - 04 Langford | 16.0 mi | 2.3 |
| SARGENT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Forman | 16.5 mi | 7.0 |
| SARGENT CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forman | 16.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Langford Area Elementary - 02 Langford | 19.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Langford Area High School - 01 Langford | 19.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Langford Area Middle School - 03 Langford | 19.6 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH SARGENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gwinner | 24.1 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTH SARGENT HIGH SCHOOL Gwinner | 24.1 mi | 8.7 |
| OAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakes | 22.8 mi | 6.6 |
| OAKES HIGH SCHOOL Oakes | 22.8 mi | 4.5 |
| MILNOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milnor | 30.3 mi | 4.3 |
| MILNOR HIGH SCHOOL Milnor | 30.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Groton Area Elementary - 02 Groton | 33.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Groton Area High School - 01 Groton | 33.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Groton Area Middle School - 04 Groton | 33.8 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,563
Median Home Value
$118,400
Median Rent
$788/mo
Population
1,916
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
76.8%
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
47.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dawson Colony School - 20 Scotland, SD | 2.8 |
| Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 Menno, SD | 2.9 |
| Hillcrest Colony Elementary - 05 Garden City, SD | 3.0 |
| Fordham Colony Elementary - 04 Carpenter, SD | 2.3 |
| Millerdale Colony Elementary - 11 Miller, SD | 2.2 |
| Tschetter Colony Elementary - 03 Freeman, SD | 2.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westwood Rural Elementary - 05
What grades does Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 serve?
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Westwood Rural Elementary - 05?
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood Rural Elementary - 05?
The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 rank in SD?
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 ranks #567 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Westwood Rural Elementary - 05's MySchoolScout rating?
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Westwood Rural Elementary - 05?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 a charter school?
No, Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 a Title I school?
No, Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westwood Rural Elementary - 05?
91.2% of students at Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Marshall County
- Phone
- (605) 448-2234
Resources & Links
District
Britton-Hecla School District 45-4- District Enrollment
- 480
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,160
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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