Serving 30 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Oaklane Colony Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Alexandria, SD, covering approximately 257.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 26.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05's student population of 30 students has stayed relatively flat 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
30 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering and Preparing Students for Success in an Ever-Changing World
School Rankings
Oaklane 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 Oaklane 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
#492 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
White
100%
66%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
47%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05's ranking?
Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05 is ranked #492 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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05?
30 students attend Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05?
Oaklane 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 Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05 offer ?
Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05 part of?
Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05 is part of Hanson School District 30-1.
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