Summary:
The city of Parkston, South Dakota is home to 5 schools serving grades K-12, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools in the Parkston School District, with Parkston High School - 01 standing out as a top-ranked institution, while Old Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 03 lags behind in academic achievement.
Parkston High School - 01 is a standout, ranking 43rd out of 141 South Dakota high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts an impressive 96.8% 4-year graduation rate and a low 3.2% dropout rate, along with strong performance on standardized tests, with 65.63% of 11th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and 46.88% proficient or better in Mathematics. In contrast, Old Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 03 struggles, with only 26.32% of all grades proficient or better in both English Language Arts and Mathematics.
The data also reveals significant disparities in student outcomes and school resources across the Parkston School District 33-3. While Parkston Elementary - 02 outperforms district and state averages on Smarter Balanced Assessments, Old Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 03 struggles, suggesting significant differences in resources, teaching quality, or other factors that impact student outcomes. Additionally, the high free/reduced lunch rates at Old Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 03 and Our Home indicate these schools serve economically disadvantaged populations, which may require additional support and resources to help students succeed.
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