Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Westside Elementary - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than 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 82% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Elementary - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westside Elementary - 03's student population of 375 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
educate. inspire. empower.
School Rankings
Westside Elementary - 03 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Elementary - 03 is 0.64, which is more 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
#472 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
54%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
18%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Westside Elementary - 03's ranking?
Westside Elementary - 03 is ranked #472 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary - 03?
375 students attend Westside Elementary - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Westside Elementary - 03 students are American Indian, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westside Elementary - 03?
Westside Elementary - 03 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westside Elementary - 03 offer ?
Westside Elementary - 03 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westside Elementary - 03 part of?
Westside Elementary - 03 is part of Sisseton School District 54-2.
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