Needs Improvement
#550 of 574 schools in SD
Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17
Elementary School · Rapid City Area School District 51-4
827 Franklin St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#550 of 574
In Rapid City
#19 of 23
public schools
In district
#19 of 24
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
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Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17
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About Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17
Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 is a public elementary school in Rapid City, SD, part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4. Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #550 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 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
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Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 — Students at Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 2.6/10.
How Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 Compares
See how Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
827 Franklin St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid City Online High School - 92 Rapid City | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Lincoln Building - 44 Rapid City | 0.7 mi | — |
| South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| ST THOMAS MORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rapid City | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Central High School - 41 Rapid City | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| South Middle School - 36 Rapid City | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Jefferson Building - 64 Rapid City | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Grandview Elementary - 06 Rapid City | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City | 1.9 mi | 3.1 |
| General Beadle Elementary - 01 Rapid City | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Wellfully - 65 Rapid City | 1.7 mi | — |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| North Middle School - 35 Rapid City | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 Rapid City | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 Rapid City | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| West Middle School - 37 Rapid City | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,733
Median Home Value
$229,900
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
45,221
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Flandreau Elementary - 04 Flandreau, SD | 3.3 |
| Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City, SD | 3.1 |
| Dupree Elementary - 02 Dupree, SD | 3.4 |
| Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City, SD | 3.0 |
| Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City, SD | 2.9 |
| South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City, SD | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17
What grades does Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 serve?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 rank in SD?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 ranks #550 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 a charter school?
No, Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 a Title I school?
No, Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17?
30.7% of students at Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pennington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (605) 394-1837
Resources & Links
District
Rapid City Area School District 51-4- District Enrollment
- 12,432
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,380
- District Rank
- #19 of 24
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