Serving 162 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Renberg Elementary - 42 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renberg Elementary - 42 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Renberg Elementary - 42's student population of 162 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Renberg Elementary - 42 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renberg Elementary - 42 is 0.64, 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
#506 out of 636 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
15%
3%
White
56%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Renberg Elementary - 42's ranking?
Renberg Elementary - 42 is ranked #506 out of 636 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Renberg Elementary - 42?
162 students attend Renberg Elementary - 42.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Renberg Elementary - 42 students are White, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renberg Elementary - 42?
Renberg Elementary - 42 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Renberg Elementary - 42 offer ?
Renberg Elementary - 42 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Renberg Elementary - 42 part of?
Renberg Elementary - 42 is part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5.
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