Serving 23 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
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 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Rosette Colony Elementary - 03's student population of 23 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
23 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 ranks within the top 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 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
#272 out of 636 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
67%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups


Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
31%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
61%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosette Colony Elementary - 03's ranking?
Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 is ranked #272 out of 636 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 Rosette Colony Elementary - 03?
23 students attend Rosette Colony Elementary - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rosette Colony Elementary - 03?
Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 offer ?
Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 part of?
Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 is part of Ipswich Public School District 22-6.
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