Serving 38 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05's student population of 38 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
38 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 is 0.00, 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
#258 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
87%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Britton-Hecla School District 45-4
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Rural Elementary - 05's ranking?
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 is ranked #258 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Westwood Rural Elementary - 05?
38 students attend Westwood Rural Elementary - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Rural Elementary - 05?
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 offer ?
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 part of?
Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 is part of Britton-Hecla School District 45-4.
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