Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Robert Bennis Elementary - 05's student population of 542 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 ranks within the top 5% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 is 0.24, 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
#28 out of 619 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
3%
White
87%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Brandon Valley School District 49-2
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Bennis Elementary - 05's ranking?
Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 is ranked #28 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Robert Bennis Elementary - 05?
542 students attend Robert Bennis Elementary - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Bennis Elementary - 05?
Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 offer ?
Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 part of?
Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 is part of Brandon Valley School District 49-2.
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