Below Average

#503 of 574 schools in SD

Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Wolsey Wessington School District 02-6

375 Ash St SE, Wolsey, SD 57384

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

140

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

140

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#503 of 574

In Wolsey

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Wolsey Wessington School District 02-6

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02

Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in Wolsey, SD, part of Wolsey Wessington School District 02-6. Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 serves approximately 140 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #503 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts below SD schools

4.2

This school 4.2 · Below Average
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 140 students, Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 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.

Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 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 Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-4.14 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%

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

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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-13.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile19th

Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$12,744

Chronic Absenteeism8.6%

Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 — Students at Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 53.2% (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

84.5%

ELA

74.5%

2010

Math

84.5%

ELA

84.5%

2011

Math

77%

ELA

82%

2012

Math

82%

ELA

87%

2014

Math

32%

ELA

42%

2015

Math

52%

ELA

47%

2016

Math

54.5%

ELA

44.5%

2017

Math

54.5%

ELA

54.5%

2018

Math

44.5%

ELA

34.5%

2019

Math

44.5%

ELA

34.5%

2020*

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2021*

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2022

Math

37%

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: 2.6/10.

How Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 Compares

See how Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.2/10

13th percentile in SD

Academic

3.8/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

2.6/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

8.8/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

27%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

11 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

8.6%

Location

375 Ash St SE, Wolsey, SD 57384

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 (rated 7.5/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Hitchcock), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington 4-5 Center - 20 (rated 7.3/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Huron), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wessington Springs Elementary - 02 (rated 7.3/10, 22.8 miles away, in nearby Wessington Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wolsey, see our Wolsey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Wolsey Wessington Middle School - 03 Wolsey	0.0 mi	76	4.4
Wolsey Wessington High School - 01 Wolsey	0.0 mi	102	7.6
Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 Hitchcock	15.9 mi	119	7.5
Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 Huron	11.9 mi	429	5.0
Huron Middle School - 02 Huron	12.4 mi	710	5.6
Huron High School - 01 Huron	12.7 mi	853	5.6
Washington 4-5 Center - 20 Huron	12.9 mi	456	7.3
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huron	13.0 mi	87	5.5
JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huron	12.8 mi	185	6.8
Madison 2-3 Center - 19 Huron	13.6 mi	440	6.4
Huron Colony Elementary - 13 Huron	17.0 mi	17	—
Our Home ASAP - 12 Huron	16.7 mi	17	—
Our Home Rediscovery - 77 Huron	16.7 mi	3	—
Hitchcock-Tulare High School - 01 Tulare	23.0 mi	62	7.6
Hitchcock-Tulare Jr. High School - 02 Tulare	23.0 mi	22	—
Wessington Springs Elementary - 02 Wessington Springs	22.8 mi	140	7.3
Wessington Springs Elementary Cyber School - 94 Wessington Springs	22.8 mi	7	—
Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 Wessington Springs	23.0 mi	42	7.2
Wessington Springs High School - 01 Wessington Springs	23.0 mi	90	7.9
Wessington Springs Middle School Cyber School - 93 Wessington Springs	23.0 mi	23	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57384 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,670

Median Home Value

$162,000

Median Rent

$702/mo

Population

1,062

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

79.2%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02

What grades does Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 serve?

Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02?

Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 140 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 ranks #503 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 a charter school?

No, Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

No, Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02?

27.1% of students at Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.