Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Custer 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 60-64% (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 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Custer Elementary - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Custer Elementary - 02's student population of 293 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
To Educate Every Student to His or Her Potential
School Rankings
Custer Elementary - 02 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Custer Elementary - 02 is 0.27, 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
#142 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Custer Elementary - 02's ranking?
Custer Elementary - 02 is ranked #142 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Custer Elementary - 02 often compared to?
Custer Elementary - 02is often viewed alongside schools like Hot Springs Elementary - 02, Hill City Elementary - 02 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Custer Elementary - 02?
293 students attend Custer Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Custer Elementary - 02 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Custer Elementary - 02?
Custer Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Custer Elementary - 02 offer ?
Custer Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Custer Elementary - 02 part of?
Custer Elementary - 02 is part of Custer School District 16-1.
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