Serving 152 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Arlington Elementary - 02 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arlington Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Arlington school district, covering approximately 231.6 square miles around Arlington, SD. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10 miles and the furthest edge reaching 14.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Elementary - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington Elementary - 02's student population of 152 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
152 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Arlington Elementary - 02 ranks within the top 5% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Elementary - 02 is 0.17, which is less 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
#26 out of 619 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
14%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
91%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Elementary - 02's ranking?
Arlington Elementary - 02 is ranked #26 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Arlington Elementary - 02?
152 students attend Arlington Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Arlington Elementary - 02 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Elementary - 02?
Arlington Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlington Elementary - 02 offer ?
Arlington Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arlington Elementary - 02 part of?
Arlington Elementary - 02 is part of Arlington School District 38-1.
School Reviews
Review Arlington Elementary - 02. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
