Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martin Elementary - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Elementary - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Martin Elementary - 03's student population of 267 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin Elementary - 03 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Elementary - 03 is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#592 out of 616 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
56%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
14%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Elementary - 03's ranking?
Martin Elementary - 03 is ranked #592 out of 616 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
How many students attend Martin Elementary - 03?
267 students attend Martin Elementary - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Martin Elementary - 03 students are American Indian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Elementary - 03?
Martin Elementary - 03 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Martin Elementary - 03 offer ?
Martin Elementary - 03 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Martin Elementary - 03 part of?
Martin Elementary - 03 is part of Bennett County School District 03-1.
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