Serving 936 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Patriot Elementary -06 ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 936 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patriot Elementary -06 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Patriot Elementary -06's student population of 936 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
936 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Patriot Elementary -06 ranks within the top 30% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patriot Elementary -06 is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#143 out of 636 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
7%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
2%
3%
White
65%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patriot Elementary -06's ranking?
Patriot Elementary -06 is ranked #143 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Patriot Elementary -06?
936 students attend Patriot Elementary -06.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Patriot Elementary -06 students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patriot Elementary -06?
Patriot Elementary -06 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Patriot Elementary -06 offer ?
Patriot Elementary -06 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patriot Elementary -06 part of?
Patriot Elementary -06 is part of Douglas School District 51-1.
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