Serving 60 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Big Stone City Elementary - 01 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than 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 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SD
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Stone City Elementary - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Big Stone City Elementary - 01's student population of 60 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating all students for a lifetime of success!
School Rankings
Big Stone City Elementary - 01 ranks within the top 5% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Stone City Elementary - 01 is 0.34, 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
#22 out of 619 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
13%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
80%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Stone City Elementary - 01's ranking?
Big Stone City Elementary - 01 is ranked #22 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% 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 Big Stone City Elementary - 01?
60 students attend Big Stone City Elementary - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Big Stone City Elementary - 01 students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Stone City Elementary - 01?
Big Stone City Elementary - 01 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Big Stone City Elementary - 01 offer ?
Big Stone City Elementary - 01 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Stone City Elementary - 01 part of?
Big Stone City Elementary - 01 is part of Big Stone City School District 25-1.
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