Serving 20 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brentwood Colony Elementary serves the northwest part of Faulkton, SD, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05's student population of 20 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
20 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 is 0.00, 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
#182 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
34%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05's ranking?
Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 is ranked #182 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05?
20 students attend Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05?
Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 offer ?
Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 part of?
Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 is part of Faulkton Area Schools 24-4.
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