Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Platte - Geddes Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Platte school district, encompassing an area of approximately 632.2 square miles in Platte, SD. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 24.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02's student population of 230 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 ranks within the top 10% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Platte - Geddes 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
#34 out of 619 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
The Black Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02's ranking?
Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 is ranked #34 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02?
230 students attend Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02?
Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 offer ?
Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 part of?
Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 is part of Platte - Geddes School District 11-5.
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