Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkston Elementary - 02 ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkston Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Parkston, SD, covering approximately 304.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 14.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkston Elementary - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parkston Elementary - 02's student population of 272 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
To empower all to succeed in a changing world
School Rankings
Parkston Elementary - 02 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkston Elementary - 02 is 0.21, 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
#155 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
3%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkston Elementary - 02's ranking?
Parkston Elementary - 02 is ranked #155 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Parkston Elementary - 02?
272 students attend Parkston Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Parkston Elementary - 02 students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkston Elementary - 02?
Parkston Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parkston Elementary - 02 offer ?
Parkston Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkston Elementary - 02 part of?
Parkston Elementary - 02 is part of Parkston School District 33-3.
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