Serving 19 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jamesville Colony Elementary serves the southeast part of Menno, SD, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03's student population of 19 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
19 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 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 Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 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 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.3%
22.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
34%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 28-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 Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03's ranking?
Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 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 Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03?
19 students attend Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03?
Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 offer ?
Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 part of?
Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 is part of Menno School District 33-2.
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