Serving 136 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Estelline Elementary - 02 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 was 40-49% (which was approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-39% (which was lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#457 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
78%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Estelline Elementary - 02's ranking?
Estelline Elementary - 02 is ranked #457 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Estelline Elementary - 02?
136 students attend Estelline Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Estelline Elementary - 02 students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estelline Elementary - 02?
Estelline Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Estelline Elementary - 02 offer ?
Estelline Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Estelline Elementary - 02 part of?
Estelline Elementary - 02 is part of Estelline School District 28-2.
Recent Articles
Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children鈥檚 wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we鈥檒l take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.
