MAXWELL COLONY ELEMENTARY - 04

Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Menno School District 33-2 school district, located in Scotland, SD with about 62 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 4 teachers, Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Maxwell Colony Elementary School is a specialized educational facility located in Scotland, South Dakota. As a "colony" school, it serves as a satellite or schoolhouse specifically established to support the children living within a Hutterite colony. These institutions are typically characterized by a close-knit, community-focused learning environment that integrates standard state-mandated curriculum with the unique cultural and religious values of the Hutterite community.

Because of its unique setting, the school functions as a vital part of the local colony’s daily life. It provides essential primary education for students in the area while maintaining a small-scale, intimate classroom setting. The school operates under the umbrella of the broader South Dakota public education system, ensuring that students meet state academic standards while residing in an educational environment tailored to the logistical and cultural needs of the colony.

For more information, contact Maxwell Colony Elementary - 04 at (605) 387-5161 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.