Serving 42 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Upland Colony Elementary - 05 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Upland Colony Elementary serves the southern part of Artesian, SD, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1 square mile. Most households are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upland Colony Elementary - 05's student population of 42 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 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 Upland Colony Elementary - 05 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
#448 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upland Colony Elementary - 05's ranking?
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 is ranked #448 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% 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 Upland Colony Elementary - 05?
42 students attend Upland Colony Elementary - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Upland Colony Elementary - 05 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upland Colony Elementary - 05?
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Upland Colony Elementary - 05 offer ?
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upland Colony Elementary - 05 part of?
Upland Colony Elementary - 05 is part of Sanborn Central School District 55-5.
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