Serving 57 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Springfield Elementary - 03 ranks in the top 30% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Elementary - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Springfield Elementary - 03's student population of 57 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Springfield Elementary - 03 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 Springfield Elementary - 03 is 0.25, 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
#127 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
5%
14%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
86%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Elementary - 03's ranking?
Springfield Elementary - 03 is ranked #127 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Springfield Elementary - 03?
57 students attend Springfield Elementary - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Springfield Elementary - 03 students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield Elementary - 03?
Springfield Elementary - 03 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Springfield Elementary - 03 offer ?
Springfield Elementary - 03 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield Elementary - 03 part of?
Springfield Elementary - 03 is part of Bon Homme School District 04-2.
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