Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Fred Assam Elementary - 06 ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fred Assam Elementary - 06's student population of 531 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We will prepare our students to be life long learners and productive citizens through a positive learning environment with the cooperation of students, educational staff, parents, guardians, and community.
School Rankings
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 ranks within the top 1% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fred Assam Elementary - 06 is 0.26, 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
#4 out of 619 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
3%
White
86%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lynx
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred Assam Elementary - 06's ranking?
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 is ranked #4 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Fred Assam Elementary - 06 often compared to?
Fred Assam Elementary - 06is often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks Elementary - 15 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Fred Assam Elementary - 06?
531 students attend Fred Assam Elementary - 06.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Fred Assam Elementary - 06 students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred Assam Elementary - 06?
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fred Assam Elementary - 06 offer ?
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fred Assam Elementary - 06 part of?
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 is part of Brandon Valley School District 49-2.
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