Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 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 20-24% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Canyon Lake Elementary - 04's student population of 297 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 is 0.63, 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
#552 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
13%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
2%
3%
White
57%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Canyon Lake Elementary - 04's ranking?
Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 is ranked #552 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 often compared to?
Canyon Lake Elementary - 04is often viewed alongside schools like Meadowbrook Elementary - 10, Corral Drive Elementary - 21 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Canyon Lake Elementary - 04?
297 students attend Canyon Lake Elementary - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Lake Elementary - 04?
Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 offer ?
Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 part of?
Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 is part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4.
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