Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Colman 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colman Elementary - 03's student population of 168 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colman Elementary - 03 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colman Elementary - 03 is 0.31, 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
#285 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Colman Elementary - 03's ranking?
Colman Elementary - 03 is ranked #285 out of 619 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Colman Elementary - 03?
168 students attend Colman Elementary - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Colman Elementary - 03 students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colman Elementary - 03?
Colman Elementary - 03 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Colman Elementary - 03 offer ?
Colman Elementary - 03 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colman Elementary - 03 part of?
Colman Elementary - 03 is part of Colman-Egan School District 50-5.
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