Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chamberlain Elementary - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% 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 51% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chamberlain Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Chamberlain school district, covering approximately 929.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 29.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chamberlain Elementary - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chamberlain Elementary - 03's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chamberlain Elementary - 03 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 Chamberlain Elementary - 03 is 0.63, 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
#337 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
40%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
45%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamberlain Elementary - 03's ranking?
Chamberlain Elementary - 03 is ranked #337 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Chamberlain Elementary - 03?
407 students attend Chamberlain Elementary - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Chamberlain Elementary - 03 students are White, 40% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chamberlain Elementary - 03?
Chamberlain Elementary - 03 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chamberlain Elementary - 03 offer ?
Chamberlain Elementary - 03 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chamberlain Elementary - 03 part of?
Chamberlain Elementary - 03 is part of Chamberlain School District 07-1.
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