Serving 12 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 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 6:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06's student population of 12 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 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 Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 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
#250 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grassland Colony Elementary - 06's ranking?
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 is ranked #250 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 Grassland Colony Elementary - 06?
12 students attend Grassland Colony Elementary - 06.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grassland Colony Elementary - 06?
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 offer ?
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 part of?
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 is part of Leola School District 44-2.
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