Serving 184 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Andes Central Elementary - 02 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Andes Central Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lake Andes, SD, covering approximately 203.4 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andes Central Elementary - 02's student population of 184 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
184 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Motto
Doing whatever it takes for high-flying success
School Rankings
Andes Central Elementary - 02 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andes Central Elementary - 02 is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#533 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
59%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
17%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andes Central Elementary - 02's ranking?
Andes Central Elementary - 02 is ranked #533 out of 619 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Andes Central Elementary - 02?
184 students attend Andes Central Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Andes Central Elementary - 02 students are American Indian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andes Central Elementary - 02?
Andes Central Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Andes Central Elementary - 02 offer ?
Andes Central Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andes Central Elementary - 02 part of?
Andes Central Elementary - 02 is part of Andes Central School District 11-1.
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