Serving 16 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Huron Colony Elementary - 13 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 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Huron Colony Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Huron, SD school district, encompassing approximately 434.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 30 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Huron Colony Elementary - 13's student population of 16 students has declined by 23% 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
16 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Huron Colony Elementary - 13 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 Huron Colony Elementary - 13 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
#258 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
34%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huron Colony Elementary - 13's ranking?
Huron Colony Elementary - 13 is ranked #258 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 Huron Colony Elementary - 13?
16 students attend Huron Colony Elementary - 13.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Huron Colony Elementary - 13 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huron Colony Elementary - 13?
Huron Colony Elementary - 13 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Huron Colony Elementary - 13 offer ?
Huron Colony Elementary - 13 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Huron Colony Elementary - 13 part of?
Huron Colony Elementary - 13 is part of Huron School District 02-2.
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