West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 serves 273 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Central Hartford Elementary - 05's student population of 273 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
To prepare all students for learning and living in a changing world
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)60-79%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)60-79%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% SD state average).
How many students attend West Central Hartford Elementary - 05?
273 students attend West Central Hartford Elementary - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Central Hartford Elementary - 05?
West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 offer ?
West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 part of?
West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 is part of West Central School District 49-7.
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