DELL RAPIDS ELEMENTARY - 02

Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Dell Rapids School District 49-3 school district, located in Dell Rapids, SD with about 372 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 25 teachers, Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 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.

Dell Rapids Elementary, located in Dell Rapids, South Dakota, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Dell Rapids School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the personal success of every student. By prioritizing a well-rounded curriculum, the faculty aims to equip young learners with the essential skills and foundational knowledge necessary to succeed as they transition into higher grade levels.

Beyond its academic programming, the school plays an active role in the local community, promoting a collaborative relationship between educators, parents, and students. With a focus on creating a safe and engaging atmosphere, Dell Rapids Elementary utilizes its resources to encourage student participation and intellectual curiosity. Those interested in learning more about their specific programs, school calendar, or administrative information can visit their official website at http://www.dr-k12.org.

For more information, contact Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 at (605) 428-5473 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

309 W 15th St
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
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DELL RAPIDS ELEMENTARY - 02 is a public Title I school in Dell Rapids, SD with about 372 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Dakota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
372
Teachers:
25
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 372 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DELL RAPIDS ELEMENTARY - 02 is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.

White
91.7%
Hispanic/Latino
3.0%
Two or more races
2.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.4%
Black or African American
0.3%

Female
46.8%
Male
53.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.