Serving 17 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 ranks in the top 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 <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 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Claremont Colony Elementary serves the southeast part of Castlewood, SD, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claremont Colony Elementary - 04's student population of 17 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 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
#258 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Courage * Honesty * Strength
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claremont Colony Elementary - 04's ranking?
Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 is ranked #258 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 Claremont Colony Elementary - 04?
17 students attend Claremont Colony Elementary - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claremont Colony Elementary - 04?
Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 offer ?
Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 part of?
Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 is part of Castlewood School District 28-1.
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