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Chamberlain Elementary - 03

1000 Sorensen Dr
Chamberlain, SD 57325
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chamberlain Elementary - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 56% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 382 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Bottom 50% in SD
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Chamberlain Elementary - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Chamberlain Elementary - 03's student population of 382 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Chamberlain Elementary - 03 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 Chamberlain Elementary - 03 is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (SD)
#337 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
51%
42%
45-49%
51%
50-54%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
41%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
44%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chamberlain Elementary - 03's ranking?
Chamberlain Elementary - 03 is ranked #337 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Chamberlain Elementary - 03?
382 students attend Chamberlain Elementary - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Chamberlain Elementary - 03 students are White, 41% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chamberlain Elementary - 03?
Chamberlain Elementary - 03 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chamberlain Elementary - 03 offer ?
Chamberlain Elementary - 03 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chamberlain Elementary - 03 part of?
Chamberlain Elementary - 03 is part of Chamberlain School District 07-1.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 382 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education

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