Serving 713 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Brandon Elementary - 03 ranks in the top 10% 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% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandon Elementary - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brandon Elementary - 03's student population of 713 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brandon Elementary - 03 ranks within the top 10% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon Elementary - 03 is 0.35, which is less 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
#60 out of 636 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
4%
3%
White
80%
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
12%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon Elementary - 03's ranking?
Brandon Elementary - 03 is ranked #60 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Brandon Elementary - 03?
713 students attend Brandon Elementary - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Brandon Elementary - 03 students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandon Elementary - 03?
Brandon Elementary - 03 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brandon Elementary - 03 offer ?
Brandon Elementary - 03 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandon Elementary - 03 part of?
Brandon Elementary - 03 is part of Brandon Valley School District 49-2.
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