West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 serves 368 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79%
- Attendance Zone: West Central Hartford Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Hartford school district, encompassing approximately 165.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 12.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Central Hartford Elementary - 05's student population of 368 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
To prepare all students for learning and living in a changing world
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 is 0.15, 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)
(09-10)60-79%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)60-79%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.4%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% SD state average).
How many students attend West Central Hartford Elementary - 05?
368 students attend West Central Hartford Elementary - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Central Hartford Elementary - 05?
West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 offer ?
West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 part of?
West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 is part of West Central School District 49-7.
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