GRASS RANCH COLONY ELEMENTARY - 13

Grass Ranch Colony Elementary - 13 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kimball School District 07-2 school district, located in Kimball, SD with about 37 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 2 teachers, Grass Ranch Colony Elementary - 13 has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Grass Ranch Colony Elementary is a small, rural public school located in Kimball, South Dakota. Situated within the Grass Ranch Hutterite Colony, the school serves a specialized student population, providing K-8 education tailored to the community’s specific cultural and academic needs. As a component of the Kimball School District, it operates under the state’s public education framework while maintaining the unique setting of a colony-based schoolhouse.

The school functions as a focal point for the local community, emphasizing foundational education within a close-knit, agricultural environment. Because of its size and location, the school typically employs a multi-grade classroom model, allowing for personalized instruction and a high degree of teacher-student interaction. By providing on-site education, Grass Ranch Colony Elementary ensures that students receive a consistent curriculum while remaining integrated within the daily life and traditions of the colony.

For more information, contact Grass Ranch Colony Elementary - 13 at (605) 778-6231 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.