New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08

School Overview
New Elm Spring Colony Elementary, located in Ethan, South Dakota, is a unique public school facility that operates under the administration of the Parkston School District. As a colony school, it serves students living within the Hutterite community, providing essential K-8 education tailored to the needs of its specific student population while adhering to the state’s academic standards. By functioning as a satellite or extension of the Parkston district, the school ensures that students in this rural setting receive consistent support, curriculum, and instructional resources aligned with the broader district’s educational goals.

The school reflects the district’s commitment to providing accessible public education in diverse settings. Through the Parkston School District’s oversight, New Elm Spring Colony Elementary maintains a focused learning environment that integrates core subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science, while respecting the cultural and community traditions of the students it serves. For families and community members seeking more information regarding the school’s academic calendar, policies, or district-wide initiatives, the Parkston School District website remains the primary resource for coordination and engagement.
22
Total Students
2.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08
Demographic Student Count
White22
  • White
    22 (100.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Parkston School District 33-3
Phone: (605)928-3040
Website: http://www.parkston.k12.sd.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 22
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 2.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.0
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 18
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 4
Grade 1 1
Grade 2 2
Grade 3 2
Grade 4 4
Grade 5 3
Grade 6 1
Grade 7 4
Grade 8 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten4
Grade 11
Grade 22
Grade 32
Grade 44
Grade 53
Grade 61
Grade 74
Grade 81
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1150%
Male1150%