Serving 30 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Long Lake Colony Elementary serves the southeastern part of Leola, SD, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05's student population of 30 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
30 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 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
#429 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
34%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
87%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05's ranking?
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 is ranked #429 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05?
30 students attend Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05?
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 offer ?
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 part of?
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 is part of Leola School District 44-2.
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