Serving 24 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Clark 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 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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-8
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Clark Colony Elementary serves the southeast part of Raymond, SD, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone are typically within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clark Colony Elementary - 05's student population of 24 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Clark 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 Clark Colony Elementary - 05 is 0.08, 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 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
White
96%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)20.8%
23.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
34%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 29-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 Clark Colony Elementary - 05's ranking?
Clark 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 Clark Colony Elementary - 05?
24 students attend Clark Colony Elementary - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Clark Colony Elementary - 05 students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clark Colony Elementary - 05?
Clark Colony Elementary - 05 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Clark Colony Elementary - 05 offer ?
Clark Colony Elementary - 05 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark Colony Elementary - 05 part of?
Clark Colony Elementary - 05 is part of Doland School District 56-2.
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