Excellent

#30 of 574 schools in SD

Top 5% in state

Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Freeman School District 33-1

PO Box 220, Freeman, SD 57029

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#30 of 574

In Freeman

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Freeman School District 33-1

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04

Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Freeman, SD, part of Freeman School District 33-1. Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.1 pts above district

8.7

This school 8.7 · Excellent
District avg 5.6
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 34 students, Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 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.

Wolf Creek Colony 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 Progress9.9Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change+1.83 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendImproving

Academics7.9Very Good30%

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

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Math Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency69.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+2.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile68th

Resources & Environment6.8Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,342

Chronic Absenteeism2.9%

Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 — Students at Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 28 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2010

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2011

Math

49.5%

ELA

30%

2012

Math

10%

ELA

10%

2013

Math

10%

ELA

10%

2014

Math

10%

ELA

10%

2015

Math

10%

ELA

30%

2016

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2017

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2018

Math

30%

ELA

90%

2019

Math

30%

ELA

90%

2020*

Math

24.5%

ELA

75%

2021*

Math

25%

ELA

75%

2022

Math

49.5%

ELA

69.5%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Compares

See how Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.7/10

95th percentile in SD

Academic

7.9/10

Very Good

Growth

9.9/10

Excellent

Environment

6.8/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff

17:1 student-teacher ratio

2 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

2.9%

Location

PO Box 220, Freeman, SD 57029

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bridgewater-Emery Elementary - 02 (rated 9.6/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Menno Elementary - 02 (rated 7.4/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Menno), a more accessible option. Additionally, Old Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 03 (rated 6.3/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Parkston), a more accessible option. For more schools in Freeman, see our Freeman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Tschetter Colony Elementary - 03 Freeman	3.6 mi	46	2.2
Menno Elementary - 02 Menno	8.3 mi	89	7.4
Menno High School - 01 Menno	8.3 mi	66	7.6
Menno Middle School - 05 Menno	8.3 mi	44	4.5
Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 Menno	11.7 mi	43	2.9
FREEMAN ACADEMY Freeman	9.2 mi	73	8.3
Freeman High School - 01 Freeman	9.6 mi	95	6.7
Freeman Jr High - 05 Freeman	9.6 mi	61	7.0
Freeman Elementary - 02 Freeman	9.6 mi	188	5.9
Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05 Alexandria	12.5 mi	30	6.1
Scotland Elementary - 02 Scotland	14.9 mi	113	4.7
Scotland High School - 01 Scotland	14.9 mi	77	7.4
Scotland Middle School - 05 Scotland	14.9 mi	83	5.2
Old Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 03 Parkston	13.3 mi	36	6.3
Bridgewater-Emery Elementary - 02 Bridgewater	15.1 mi	159	9.6
New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08 Ethan	14.0 mi	21	—
Bridgewater-Emery High School - 01 Emery	17.3 mi	108	6.0
Bridgewater-Emery Middle School - 04 Emery	17.3 mi	75	5.8
Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 Menno	18.6 mi	20	—
Rockport Colony Elementary- 10 Alexandria	16.7 mi	10	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,321

Median Home Value

$183,700

Median Rent

$803/mo

Population

2,317

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

81.5%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

41.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04

What grades does Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 serve?

Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04?

Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 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 Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 rank in SD?

Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 ranks #30 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04's MySchoolScout rating?

Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 a charter school?

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

Is Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

No, Wolf Creek Colony Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.