HURON COLONY ELEMENTARY - 13

Huron Colony Elementary - 13 is a public elementary school that is part of the Huron School District 02-2 school district, located in Huron, SD with about 20 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 2 teachers, Huron Colony Elementary - 13 has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Huron Colony Elementary (School District 13) is a unique educational institution located in Huron, South Dakota. Situated on Huron Colony Lane, the school serves the children within the local Hutterite colony community. As part of the Huron School District, the school functions as a satellite facility, bringing public education directly to the students within their rural residential setting.

The school operates under the administration of the Huron School District, ensuring that students receive an education aligned with state standards while maintaining the close-knit, community-centered environment characteristic of colony schools. By providing instruction on-site, the school plays a vital role in supporting the educational needs of the colony’s youth, emphasizing foundational learning and academic development within a setting that respects the specific cultural and logistical needs of the community it serves.

For more information, contact Huron Colony Elementary - 13 at (605) 353-7885 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.