Serving 38 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bowdle Elementary - 02 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowdle Elementary - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bowdle Elementary - 02's student population of 38 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bowdle Elementary - 02 ranks within the top 30% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowdle Elementary - 02 is 0.21, 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
#136 out of 636 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Bowdle Elementary - 02's ranking?
Bowdle Elementary - 02 is ranked #136 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Bowdle Elementary - 02?
38 students attend Bowdle Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bowdle Elementary - 02 students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowdle Elementary - 02?
Bowdle Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bowdle Elementary - 02 offer ?
Bowdle Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bowdle Elementary - 02 part of?
Bowdle Elementary - 02 is part of Bowdle School District 22-1.
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