Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lyman Elementary - 04 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyman Elementary - 04 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lyman Elementary - 04's student population of 199 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lyman Elementary - 04 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 Lyman Elementary - 04 is 0.55, 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
#434 out of 616 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
38%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
55%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyman Elementary - 04's ranking?
Lyman Elementary - 04 is ranked #434 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
How many students attend Lyman Elementary - 04?
199 students attend Lyman Elementary - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lyman Elementary - 04 students are White, 38% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyman Elementary - 04?
Lyman Elementary - 04 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lyman Elementary - 04 offer ?
Lyman Elementary - 04 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lyman Elementary - 04 part of?
Lyman Elementary - 04 is part of Lyman School District 42-1.
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