Serving 28 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Goldenview Colony School - 04 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 <50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Goldenview Colony School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Salem, SD school district, covering approximately 222.1 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 15.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goldenview Colony School - 04's student population of 28 students has stayed relatively flat 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
28 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
We will teach students to communicate effectively, to develop respect for others, to discover their capabilities and interests, and to be successful in their academics.
School Rankings
Goldenview Colony School - 04 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 Goldenview Colony School - 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
#323 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
12:1
White
100%
66%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goldenview Colony School - 04's ranking?
Goldenview Colony School - 04 is ranked #323 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Goldenview Colony School - 04?
28 students attend Goldenview Colony School - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Goldenview Colony School - 04 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goldenview Colony School - 04?
Goldenview Colony School - 04 has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Goldenview Colony School - 04 offer ?
Goldenview Colony School - 04 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goldenview Colony School - 04 part of?
Goldenview Colony School - 04 is part of Mccook Central School District 43-7.
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