Serving 143 students in grades 3-5, Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mobridge Upper Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Mobridge school district, encompassing approximately 266.1 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 17.4 miles to its edges and extending up to 32.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04's student population of 143 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
143 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 is 0.47, 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
#102 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
26%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
White
68%
66%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04's ranking?
Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 is ranked #102 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04?
143 students attend Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 students are White, 26% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04?
Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 offer ?
Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 part of?
Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 is part of Mobridge-Pollock School District 62-6.
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