Serving 139 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lemmon Elementary - 02 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lemmon Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lemmon, SD, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,647.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 24.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 46.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lemmon Elementary - 02's student population of 139 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Lemmon Elementary - 02 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 Lemmon Elementary - 02 is 0.15, 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
#285 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lemmon Elementary - 02's ranking?
Lemmon Elementary - 02 is ranked #285 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Lemmon Elementary - 02?
139 students attend Lemmon Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lemmon Elementary - 02 students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lemmon Elementary - 02?
Lemmon Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lemmon Elementary - 02 offer ?
Lemmon Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lemmon Elementary - 02 part of?
Lemmon Elementary - 02 is part of Lemmon School District 52-4.
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