Serving 44 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Newport Colony Elementary - 04 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than 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: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Newport Colony Elementary serves the northwest part of Langford, SD, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newport Colony Elementary - 04's student population of 44 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
44 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Excellence
School Rankings
Newport 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 Newport 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
#559 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newport Colony Elementary - 04's ranking?
Newport Colony Elementary - 04 is ranked #559 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?
≤20% 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 Newport Colony Elementary - 04?
44 students attend Newport Colony Elementary - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Newport Colony Elementary - 04 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport Colony Elementary - 04?
Newport Colony Elementary - 04 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newport Colony Elementary - 04 offer ?
Newport Colony Elementary - 04 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newport Colony Elementary - 04 part of?
Newport Colony Elementary - 04 is part of Langford Area School District 45-5.
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