Below Average

#496 of 574 schools in SD

Winner Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Winner School District 59-2

431 E 7th St, Winner, SD 57580

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#496 of 574

In Winner

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Winner School District 59-2

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About Winner Elementary - 04

Winner Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Winner, SD, part of Winner School District 59-2. Winner Elementary - 04 serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Winner Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #496 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Winner Elementary - 04 show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts below SD schools

4.3

This school 4.3 · Below Average
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Winner Elementary - 04 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress4.9Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.09 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%

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

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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-13.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile17th

Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$10,722

Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Winner Elementary - 04 — Students at Winner Elementary - 04 score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 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

67%

ELA

77%

2010

Math

67%

ELA

72%

2011

Math

77%

ELA

67%

2012

Math

77%

ELA

72%

2014

Math

37%

ELA

47%

2015

Math

47%

ELA

42%

2016

Math

47%

ELA

47%

2017

Math

42%

ELA

47%

2018

Math

37%

ELA

47%

2019

Math

37%

ELA

47%

2020*

Math

42%

ELA

52%

2021*

Math

42%

ELA

52%

2022

Math

32%

ELA

32%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Winner Elementary - 04 Compares

See how Winner Elementary - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.3/10

14th percentile in SD

Academic

3.6/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

4.9/10

Below Average

Environment

3.9/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

36%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

30 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

26.4%

Location

431 E 7th St, Winner, SD 57580

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winner Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gregory Elementary - 02 (rated 6.4/10, 24.5 miles away, in nearby Gregory), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Colome Elementary - 02 (rated 4.5/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Colome), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Winner, see our Winner schools guide .

Nearby Schools

8 within 24.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Winner High School - 01 Winner	0.9 mi	210	6.4
Winner Middle School - 02 Winner	0.9 mi	160	5.4
Colome Elementary - 02 Colome	10.8 mi	78	4.5
Colome High School - 01 Colome	10.8 mi	42	7.0
Colome Middle School - 03 Colome	10.8 mi	36	7.1
Gregory Elementary - 02 Gregory	24.5 mi	231	6.4
Gregory High School - 01 Gregory	24.5 mi	114	7.0
Gregory Junior High - 04 Gregory	24.5 mi	86	6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,694

Median Home Value

$141,000

Median Rent

$852/mo

Population

4,271

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

11.1 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winner Elementary - 04

What grades does Winner Elementary - 04 serve?

Winner Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Winner Elementary - 04?

Winner Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winner Elementary - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Winner Elementary - 04 is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winner Elementary - 04 rank in SD?

Winner Elementary - 04 ranks #496 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Winner Elementary - 04's MySchoolScout rating?

Winner Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Winner Elementary - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winner Elementary - 04 has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Winner Elementary - 04 a charter school?

No, Winner Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Winner Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

No, Winner Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winner Elementary - 04?

35.8% of students at Winner Elementary - 04 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.