Serving 31 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mayfield Colony Elementary serves the northeast part of Willow Lake, SD, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04's student population of 31 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 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 Mayfield 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
#323 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 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)
40-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
38%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Green, and Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04's ranking?
Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 is ranked #323 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04?
31 students attend Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04?
Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 offer ?
Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 part of?
Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 is part of Willow Lake School District 12-3.
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