Serving 97 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rosholt Elementary - 02 ranks in the top 50% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rosholt Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Rosholt school district, covering approximately 172.4 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosholt Elementary - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rosholt Elementary - 02's student population of 97 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Rosholt Elementary - 02 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 Rosholt Elementary - 02 is 0.51, 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
#255 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
12%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
68%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosholt Elementary - 02's ranking?
Rosholt Elementary - 02 is ranked #255 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Rosholt Elementary - 02?
97 students attend Rosholt Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Rosholt Elementary - 02 students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosholt Elementary - 02?
Rosholt Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rosholt Elementary - 02 offer ?
Rosholt Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosholt Elementary - 02 part of?
Rosholt Elementary - 02 is part of Rosholt School District 54-4.
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