Serving 26 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Red Willow Colony School - 09 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower 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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Willow Colony School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in White, SD, covering approximately 250.3 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 9.2 miles, with the furthest point being 16.6 miles away, making for a typical drive of 15-20 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Willow Colony School - 09's student population of 26 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Willow Colony School - 09 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Willow Colony School - 09 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
#258 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
22.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Willow Colony School - 09's ranking?
Red Willow Colony School - 09 is ranked #258 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Red Willow Colony School - 09?
26 students attend Red Willow Colony School - 09.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Red Willow Colony School - 09 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Willow Colony School - 09?
Red Willow Colony School - 09 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Red Willow Colony School - 09 offer ?
Red Willow Colony School - 09 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Willow Colony School - 09 part of?
Red Willow Colony School - 09 is part of Deubrook Area School District 05-6.
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