Serving 27 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Shannon Colony Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Winfred, SD, encompassing approximately 531.3 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 20 to 30-minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 11.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 25.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Shannon Colony Elementary - 08's student population of 27 students has declined by 12% 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
27 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 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 Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 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
#374 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)3.7%
23.1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shannon Colony Elementary - 08's ranking?
Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 is ranked #374 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 often compared to?
Shannon Colony Elementary - 08is often viewed alongside schools like Graceville Colony - 07, Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% 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 Shannon Colony Elementary - 08?
27 students attend Shannon Colony Elementary - 08.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shannon Colony Elementary - 08?
Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 offer ?
Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 part of?
Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 is part of Howard School District 48-3.
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