Serving 26 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 ranks in the top 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 <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 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% 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
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05's student population of 26 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Dare to dream it, work to achieve it.
School Rankings
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 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
#202 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
White
100%
66%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impacted3.9%
20%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
55%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05's ranking?
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 is ranked #202 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05?
26 students attend Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05?
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 offer ?
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 part of?
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 is part of Ipswich Public School District 22-6.
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