Serving 8 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 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 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillside Colony Elementary serves the southern part of Doland, SD, encompassing an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school being about 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillside Colony Elementary - 04's student population of 8 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 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 Hillside Colony Elementary - 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
#202 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
87%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Colony Elementary - 04's ranking?
Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 is ranked #202 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 Hillside Colony Elementary - 04?
8 students attend Hillside Colony Elementary - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Colony Elementary - 04?
Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 offer ?
Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 part of?
Hillside Colony Elementary - 04 is part of Doland School District 56-2.
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