ALCESTER-HUDSON ELEMENTARY - 04

Alcester-Hudson Elementary - 04 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Alcester-Hudson School District 61-1 school district, located in Alcester, SD with about 230 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Alcester-Hudson Elementary - 04 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Alcester-Hudson Elementary, located in the small community of Alcester, South Dakota, serves as a foundational academic institution for the Alcester-Hudson School District. As a rural public elementary school, it focuses on providing a supportive and personalized learning environment tailored to the needs of students in its local community. The school emphasizes core curriculum standards while fostering a sense of close-knit community engagement that is characteristic of the district’s educational philosophy.

The school is committed to preparing its students for future academic success by balancing traditional classroom instruction with modern educational tools. By utilizing its official district website, the school maintains clear communication with parents and the community regarding academic calendars, district policies, and student resources. As part of the Alcester-Hudson system, the elementary school strives to cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to grow both intellectually and socially within a safe, small-town atmosphere.

For more information, contact Alcester-Hudson Elementary - 04 at (605) 934-2171 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.