Serving 295 students in grades 3-6, Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 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 4% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03's student population of 295 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 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 Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#633 out of 636 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
96%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
1%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (02-03)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03's ranking?
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 is ranked #633 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03?
295 students attend Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03?
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 offer ?
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 part of?
Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 is part of Eagle Butte School District 20-1.
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