Platte Colony is a Hutterite colony and census-designated place in Charles Mix County, South Dakota, United States. It was first listed as a CDP prior to the 2020 census. The population of the CDP was 299 at the 2020 census.
Serving 23 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Platte Colony Elementary - 10 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Platte Colony Elementary - 10 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Platte Colony Elementary - 10's student population of 23 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Platte Colony Elementary - 10 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 Platte Colony Elementary - 10 is 0.00, 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
#186 out of 636 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
31%
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 Platte Colony Elementary - 10's ranking?
Platte Colony Elementary - 10 is ranked #186 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?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Platte Colony Elementary - 10?
23 students attend Platte Colony Elementary - 10.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Platte Colony Elementary - 10 students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Platte Colony Elementary - 10?
Platte Colony Elementary - 10 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Platte Colony Elementary - 10 offer ?
Platte Colony Elementary - 10 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Platte Colony Elementary - 10 part of?
Platte Colony Elementary - 10 is part of Platte - Geddes School District 11-5.
School Reviews
Review Platte Colony Elementary - 10. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Philadelphia Schools: Renaissance Schools Initiative Plans Expansion
We report on the latest plans by Philadelphia ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools to convert more public schools to charter schools.
Does Your Child Have Dyslexia?
Learn about the symptoms of Dyslexia, as well as the action public schools are taking to provide Dyslexic students with appropriate academic support.
Directory of Foreign Language Immersion Programs in U.S. Schools
We've put together this resource guide to help students and adults get the help they require to choose a good language immersion program.
