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Woonsocket Elementary - 03

Elementary School · Woonsocket School District 55-4

PO Box 428, Woonsocket, SD 57385

Enrollment

193

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#379 of 574

In Woonsocket

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Woonsocket School District 55-4

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Woonsocket Elementary - 03

5.5/10

Elementary School in Woonsocket · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.3/10

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About Woonsocket Elementary - 03

Woonsocket Elementary - 03 is a public elementary school in Woonsocket, SD, part of Woonsocket School District 55-4. Woonsocket Elementary - 03 serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Woonsocket Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #379 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Woonsocket Elementary - 03 show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below SD schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 193 students, Woonsocket Elementary - 03 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.

Woonsocket Elementary - 03 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 Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,340
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Woonsocket Elementary - 03 — Students at Woonsocket Elementary - 03 score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (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
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
42%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Woonsocket Elementary - 03 Compares

See how Woonsocket Elementary - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in SD
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

Location

PO Box 428, Woonsocket, SD 57385

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woonsocket Elementary - 03 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 (rated 8.3/10, 23.5 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sanborn Central Elementary - 06 (rated 7.7/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Forestburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wessington Springs Elementary - 02 (rated 7.3/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Wessington Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woonsocket, see our Woonsocket schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Woonsocket High School - 01 Woonsocket 0.0 mi 9.3
Sanborn Central High School - 01 Forestburg 8.5 mi 8.4
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 Forestburg 8.5 mi 8.2
Sanborn Central Elementary - 06 Forestburg 8.5 mi 7.7
Wessington Springs Elementary - 02 Wessington Springs 14.0 mi 7.3
Wessington Springs Elementary Cyber School - 94 Wessington Springs 14.0 mi
Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 Wessington Springs 14.6 mi 7.2
Wessington Springs High School - 01 Wessington Springs 14.6 mi 7.9
Wessington Springs Middle School Cyber School - 93 Wessington Springs 14.6 mi
Wessington Springs High School Cyber School - 92 Wessington Springs 14.6 mi 2.0
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huron 20.1 mi 5.5
Huron Middle School - 02 Huron 20.3 mi 5.6
Huron High School - 01 Huron 20.3 mi 5.6
Madison 2-3 Center - 19 Huron 20.5 mi 6.4
Washington 4-5 Center - 20 Huron 20.6 mi 7.3
Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 Huron 21.2 mi 5.0
Our Home ASAP - 12 Huron 20.9 mi
Our Home Rediscovery - 77 Huron 20.9 mi
JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huron 23.2 mi 6.8
Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 Mount Vernon 23.5 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,160

Median Home Value

$149,700

Median Rent

$625/mo

Population

1,365

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

78.5%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

42.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woonsocket Elementary - 03

What grades does Woonsocket Elementary - 03 serve?

Woonsocket Elementary - 03 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Woonsocket Elementary - 03?

Woonsocket Elementary - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woonsocket Elementary - 03?

The student-teacher ratio at Woonsocket Elementary - 03 is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woonsocket Elementary - 03 rank in SD?

Woonsocket Elementary - 03 ranks #379 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Woonsocket Elementary - 03's MySchoolScout rating?

Woonsocket Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Woonsocket Elementary - 03?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woonsocket Elementary - 03 has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woonsocket Elementary - 03 a charter school?

No, Woonsocket Elementary - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woonsocket Elementary - 03 a Title I school?

No, Woonsocket Elementary - 03 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woonsocket Elementary - 03?

42.5% of students at Woonsocket Elementary - 03 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Sanborn County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

District

Woonsocket School District 55-4
District Enrollment
278
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,340
District Rank
#2 of 2

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