Serving 13 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hereford Elementary - 08 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in SD)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Hereford Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Union Center school district, covering an area of approximately 3,117.1 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 55.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hereford Elementary - 08's student population of 13 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
13 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hereford Elementary - 08 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted7.7%
20%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% SD state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% SD state average).
How many students attend Hereford Elementary - 08?
13 students attend Hereford Elementary - 08.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hereford Elementary - 08 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hereford Elementary - 08?
Hereford Elementary - 08 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hereford Elementary - 08 offer ?
Hereford Elementary - 08 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hereford Elementary - 08 part of?
Hereford Elementary - 08 is part of Meade School District 46-1.
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