Sunrise Colony - 15 serves 20 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in SD)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunrise Colony - 15's student population of 20 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sunrise Colony - 15 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Sunrise Colony - 15?
20 students attend Sunrise Colony - 15.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Sunrise Colony - 15 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunrise Colony - 15?
Sunrise Colony - 15 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sunrise Colony - 15 offer ?
Sunrise Colony - 15 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sunrise Colony - 15 part of?
Sunrise Colony - 15 is part of Watertown School District 14-4.
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