Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hamlin Elementary - 09 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamlin Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Hayti, SD, encompassing approximately 364.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 14.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamlin Elementary - 09 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamlin Elementary - 09's student population of 472 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamlin Elementary - 09 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamlin Elementary - 09 is 0.11, 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
#102 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
94%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamlin Elementary - 09's ranking?
Hamlin Elementary - 09 is ranked #102 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Hamlin Elementary - 09?
472 students attend Hamlin Elementary - 09.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hamlin Elementary - 09 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamlin Elementary - 09?
Hamlin Elementary - 09 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hamlin Elementary - 09 offer ?
Hamlin Elementary - 09 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamlin Elementary - 09 part of?
Hamlin Elementary - 09 is part of Hamlin School District 28-3.
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