Serving 456 students in grades 4-5, Washington 4-5 Center - 20 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 30% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington 4-5 Center - 20 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Washington 4-5 Center - 20's student population of 456 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Washington 4-5 Center - 20 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 Washington 4-5 Center - 20 is 0.71, 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
#513 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
22%
2%
Hispanic
36%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
35%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Washington 4-5 Center - 20's ranking?
Washington 4-5 Center - 20 is ranked #513 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Washington 4-5 Center - 20?
456 students attend Washington 4-5 Center - 20.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Washington 4-5 Center - 20 students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington 4-5 Center - 20?
Washington 4-5 Center - 20 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Washington 4-5 Center - 20 offer ?
Washington 4-5 Center - 20 offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington 4-5 Center - 20 part of?
Washington 4-5 Center - 20 is part of Huron School District 02-2.
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