Highmore Elementary - 02

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Highmore Elementary - 02 ranks 105 th of 201 South Dakota elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Highmore Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school serving grades PK-6 in Highmore, South Dakota, with a total enrollment of 130 students. The school is part of the Highmore-Harrold 34-2 school district, which is ranked 28th out of 126 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Highmore Elementary - 02 has experienced fluctuations in its statewide ranking, ranging from a high of 31st out of 206 elementary schools in 2018-2019 to a low of 134th out of 204 in 2022-2023. The school's academic proficiency rates in both English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics are consistently below the state and district averages, suggesting that students may be struggling to meet academic standards. Additionally, the school has seen a steady increase in chronic absenteeism, from 8.5% in 2021-2022 to 16.1% in 2023-2024, which is significantly higher than the state average of 12.1%.

Despite these challenges, Highmore Elementary - 02 appears to be allocating resources efficiently, with a higher per-student spending of $13,771 in 2022-2023 compared to the state average of $12,612, and a lower student-teacher ratio ranging from 10.1 in 2020-2021 to 11.4 in 2021-2022, compared to the state average of 14.1 in 2022-2023. The school also serves a population with a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 25.55% in 2021-2022 to 37.69% in 2022-2023, which is higher than the state average of 43.1% in 2022-2023.

Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

415 Iowa Ave S
Highmore, SD 57345

(605) 852-2276

District: Highmore-Harrold 34-2

SchoolDigger Rank:
105^th of 201 South Dakota Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $13,771

Students who attend Highmore Elementary - 02 usually attend:

Middle:	Highmore Junior High - 03
High:	Highmore High School - 01

Student/teacher ratio: 11.2

Number of students: 130

Racial breakdown:

White:

74.6%

American Indian:

21.5%

Hispanic:

2.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 37.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Highmore Elementary - 02 ranks worse than 52.2% of elementary schools in South Dakota. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 51.19. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Highmore Elementary - 02 is $13,771.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Highmore Elementary - 02:

SchoolDigger ranks Highmore Elementary - 02 105^th of 201 South Dakota public elementary schools. (See Highmore Elementary - 02 in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

White students:

Highmore-Harrold 34-2:

SchoolDigger ranks Highmore-Harrold 34-2 28^th of 126 South Dakota school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Highmore Elementary - 02

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Rank History for all students at Highmore Elementary - 02

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	SD State Percentile
2009	59.76	87^th	196	55.6%
2010	33.37	167^th	206	18.9%
2011	31.74	173^rd	205	15.6%
2012	61.39	90^th	214	57.9%
2013	61.92	84^th	201	58.2%
2015	50.80	115^th	209	45.0%
2016	54.48	106^th	206	48.5%
2017	48.82	119^th	207	42.5%
2018	58.81	85^th	204	58.3%
2019	77.09	31^st	206	85.0%
2021	63.87	75^th	202	62.9%
2022	65.64	60^th	202	70.3%
2023	37.65	134^th	204	34.3%
2024	51.19	105^th	201	47.8%

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Rank History for White students at Highmore Elementary - 02

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	SD State Percentile
2018	55.24	85^th	186	54.3%
2019	76.88	28^th	191	85.3%
2021	63.31	61^st	185	67.0%
2022	56.73	72^nd	184	60.9%
2023	26.82	148^th	185	20.0%
2024	51.45	96^th	184	47.8%

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Data source: test scores: South Dakota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: South Dakota Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Highmore Elementary - 02

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Year	White	African American	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2009	126	0	0	24	n/a	n/a	150
2010	122	0	2	28	n/a	n/a	152
2011	127	0	10	19	0	5	161
2012	120	0	2	14	1	8	145
2013	118	1	2	16	0	5	142
2014	109	0	0	17	0	5	131
2015	132	1	0	12	0	6	151
2016	130	0	2	8	0	6	146
2017	120	0	1	12	0	4	137
2018	107	1	2	14	0	3	127
2019	99	0	2	19	0	3	123
2020	100	0	3	22	0	4	129
2021	100	0	5	19	0	3	127
2022	107	0	3	24	0	3	137
2023	97	0	3	28	0	2	130

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Highmore Elementary - 02

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2009	150	12.8	11.8	40.7
2010	152	14.4	10.4	41.4
2011	161	14.4	11.1	32.3
2012	145	14.4	10.0	26.2
2013	142	13.4	10.5	35.2
2014	131	13.9	9.3	27.5
2015	151	15.0	10.0	27.2
2016	146	15.0	9.7	32.2
2017	137	14.1	9.7	35
2018	127	13.6	9.3	35.4
2019	123	12.8	9.5	36.6
2020	129	12.8	10.0	40.3
2021	127	12.5	10.1	37
2022	137	11.9	11.4	25.5
2023	130	11.5	11.2	37.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Highmore Elementary - 02

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2009	150	12.8	11.8	40.7
2010	152	14.4	10.4	41.4
2011	161	14.4	11.1	32.3
2012	145	14.4	10.0	26.2
2013	142	13.4	10.5	35.2
2014	131	13.9	9.3	27.5
2015	151	15.0	10.0	27.2
2016	146	15.0	9.7	32.2
2017	137	14.1	9.7	35
2018	127	13.6	9.3	35.4
2019	123	12.8	9.5	36.6
2020	129	12.8	10.0	40.3
2021	127	12.5	10.1	37
2022	137	11.9	11.4	25.5
2023	130	11.5	11.2	37.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Highmore Elementary - 02

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2020	$1,033 (7.5%)	$12,674 (92.5%)	$13,708
2021	$1,312 (9.3%)	$12,854 (90.7%)	$14,166
2022	$2,092 (15.4%)	$11,455 (84.6%)	$13,548
2023	$2,039 (14.8%)	$11,732 (85.2%)	$13,771

Data source: South Dakota Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Highmore Elementary - 02

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 31^st of 206 Elementary schools	Ranks 134^th of 204 Elementary schools	50.6%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Highmore Elementary - 02)	61.9	26.7	35.3%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Highmore-Harrold 34-2)	61.9	26.7	35.3%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)	49.1	45.3	3.8%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Highmore Elementary - 02)	66.7	46.7	20%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Highmore-Harrold 34-2)	66.7	46.7	20%
3rd Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)	52.7	51.1	1.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Highmore Elementary - 02)	53.8	60	6.2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Highmore-Harrold 34-2)	53.8	60	6.2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)	50.3	49	1.3%
4th Grade Mathematics (Highmore Elementary - 02)	76.9	66.7	10.3%
4th Grade Mathematics (Highmore-Harrold 34-2)	76.9	66.7	10.3%
4th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)	49	47.5	1.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Highmore Elementary - 02)	78.6	75	3.6%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Highmore-Harrold 34-2)	78.6	75	3.6%
5th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)	54.1	48.7	5.4%
5th Grade Mathematics (Highmore Elementary - 02)	64.3	25	39.3%
5th Grade Mathematics (Highmore-Harrold 34-2)	64.3	25	39.3%
5th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)	40.5	39.4	1.2%
5th Grade Science (Highmore Elementary - 02)	50	31.3	18.8%
5th Grade Science (Highmore-Harrold 34-2)	50	31.3	18.8%
5th Grade Science (South Dakota)	42.1	39.9	2.2%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Highmore Elementary - 02)	62.5	33.3	29.2%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Highmore-Harrold 34-2)	62.5	33.3	29.2%
6th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)	50.8	44.6	6.3%
6th Grade Mathematics (Highmore Elementary - 02)	68.8	38.1	30.7%
6th Grade Mathematics (Highmore-Harrold 34-2)	68.8	38.1	30.7%
6th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)	41.3	39.1	2.2%
All Grades English Language Arts (Highmore Elementary - 02)	64.1	41.7	22.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (Highmore-Harrold 34-2)	53.4	49.1	4.3%
All Grades English Language Arts (South Dakota)	53.2	49.7	3.5%
All Grades Mathematics (Highmore Elementary - 02)	68.8	36.7	32.1%
All Grades Mathematics (Highmore-Harrold 34-2)	49.2	42.7	6.4%
All Grades Mathematics (South Dakota)	44.9	41.9	3%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	123	130	5.7%
African American	0	0
American Indian	19	28	47.4%
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	2	3	50%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	99	97	2%
Two or More Races	3	2	33.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	36.6%	37.7%	1.1%

Schools Near Highmore Elementary - 02

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts (2024)				Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics (2024)				Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts 3rd Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts 4th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts 6th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts All Grades	Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics 3rd Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics 4th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics 6th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Highmore Elementary - 02	Public	PK, KG-6	415 Iowa Ave S	Highmore	57345	Hyde County	Highmore-Harrold 34-2	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(605) 852-2276	130	12	11.2	37.7%	97 (74.6%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (2.3%)	0 (0.0%)	28 (21.5%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.5%)	51.2	105^th of 201 public elementary schools	47.8%		37.7	134^th of 204 public elementary schools	34.3%	29	35.3	35.3	68.8	45.8	52.9	47.1	62.5	47.5	$13,771	$2,039	$11,732
Millerdale Colony Elementary - 11	Public	K-8	35350 206th St	Miller	57362	Hand County	Miller 29-4	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(605) 853-2711	30	2	15.0	10.0%	30 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)				20.0					$14,536	$893	$13,643
Crow Creek Sioux Tribal Elementary School	Public	K-5	103 Chieftain Road	Stephan	57346	Hyde County	Crow Creek Sioux Tribal Elementary School	(n/a)	No	No	Yes	(605) 852-6360	170	11	15.4	98.2%	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	170 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)

Frequently Asked Questions about Highmore Elementary - 02

What district is Highmore Elementary - 02 in?

Highmore-Harrold 34-2

How many students attend Highmore Elementary - 02?

In the 2022-23 school year, 130 students attended Highmore Elementary - 02.

What schools do graduates of Highmore Elementary - 02 attend?

Students who attend Highmore Elementary - 02 usually go on to attend:

Middle : Highmore Junior High - 03
High : Highmore High School - 01

Is Highmore Elementary - 02 a good school?

Highmore Elementary - 02 ranks 105^th of 201 South Dakota elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of Highmore Elementary - 02?

Students at Highmore Elementary - 02 are 75% White, 22% American Indian, 2% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races.

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