Serving 93 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Henry Elementary - 02 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 20-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Elementary - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Henry Elementary - 02's student population of 93 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
93 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Falcon Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Falcons
School Rankings
Henry Elementary - 02 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 Henry Elementary - 02 is 0.11, 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
#517 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Black
5%
3%
White
94%
66%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Elementary - 02's ranking?
Henry Elementary - 02 is ranked #517 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Henry Elementary - 02?
93 students attend Henry Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Henry Elementary - 02 students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Elementary - 02?
Henry Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henry Elementary - 02 offer ?
Henry Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry Elementary - 02 part of?
Henry Elementary - 02 is part of Henry School District 14-2.
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