Serving 18 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 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 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Riverside Colony Elementary - 15's student population of 18 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 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 Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 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
#258 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
9:1
12:1
White
100%
66%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
22.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Colony Elementary - 15's ranking?
Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 is ranked #258 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 Riverside Colony Elementary - 15?
18 students attend Riverside Colony Elementary - 15.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Colony Elementary - 15?
Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 offer ?
Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 part of?
Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 is part of Huron School District 02-2.
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