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Lyman Elementary - 04

Summary:

Lyman Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school located in Kennebec, South Dakota, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 200 students. The school is part of the Lyman School District 42-1, which is ranked 105 out of 126 school districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While Lyman Elementary - 04 has shown some strengths in serving specific student subgroups, such as consistently ranking in the top 10 for Native American students and performing well for low socioeconomic status students, the school's overall academic performance has been a concern. The school's statewide ranking has declined over the years, dropping from a high of 42nd out of 201 South Dakota elementary schools in 2012-2013 to 132nd out of 201 in the most recent 2023-2024 school year. Additionally, the school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics have been below the state averages in recent years.

Another area of concern for Lyman Elementary - 04 is its high chronic absenteeism rates, which have been consistently above the state average. Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending and favorable student-teacher ratio, the academic performance has not been commensurate with the resources invested, suggesting a need to evaluate the effectiveness of resource allocation and utilization. Addressing these challenges, while building on the school's strengths in serving specific student subgroups, could be key focus areas for improving student outcomes at Lyman Elementary - 04.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 411 E 2nd St
       Kennebec, SD  57544

(605) 869-2213

District: Lyman School District 42-1

SchoolDigger Rank:
132nd of 201 South Dakota Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $15,810 Help


Students who attend Lyman Elementary - 04 usually attend:

Middle:    Lyman Middle School - 02
High:    Lyman High School - 01

Student/teacher ratio:  9.5 Help
Number of students:  180

Racial breakdown:

White:
51.7%
American Indian:
41.7%
Two or more races:
6.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  40% Help


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Compare Details Lyman Elementary - 04 ranks worse than 65.7% of elementary schools in South Dakota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 39.37. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (51.7%), American Indian (41.7%), two or more races (6.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 40% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Lyman Elementary - 04 is 9.5. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Lyman Elementary - 04 is $15,810.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Lyman Elementary - 04:

SchoolDigger ranks Lyman Elementary - 04 132nd of 201 South Dakota public elementary schools. (See Lyman Elementary - 04 in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Lyman School District 42-1:

SchoolDigger ranks Lyman School District 42-1 105th of 126 South Dakota school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Lyman Elementary - 04

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Rank History for all students at Lyman Elementary - 04

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 57.30 90th 187 51.9%
2005 21.00 170th 194 12.4%
2006 23.59 173rd 197 12.2%
2007 57.38 106th 194 45.4%
2008 34.29 161st 194 17.0%
2009 53.87 113th 196 42.3%
2010 78.61 22nd 206 89.3%
2011 74.02 31st 205 84.9%
2012 74.98 34th 214 84.1%
2013 72.72 42nd 201 79.1%
2015 40.65 146th 209 30.1%
2016 40.21 145th 206 29.6%
2017 66.96 58th 207 72.0%
2018 48.24 116th 204 43.1%
2019 55.51 86th 206 58.3%
2021 44.72 124th 202 38.6%
2022 35.55 139th 202 31.2%
2023 32.74 145th 204 28.9%
2024 39.37 132nd 201 34.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Lyman Elementary - 04

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 73.16 22nd 121 81.8%
2019 64.06 33rd 121 72.7%
2021 63.80 25th 106 76.4%
2022 78.72 13th 80 83.8%
2023 63.40 32nd 112 71.4%
2024 66.09 26th 110 76.4%
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Rank History for Female students at Lyman Elementary - 04

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 40.69 99th 151 34.4%
2022 42.27 98th 150 34.7%
2023 31.13 109th 154 29.2%
2024 52.80 84th 165 49.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Lyman Elementary - 04

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 51.36 82nd 157 47.8%
2022 37.79 100th 154 35.1%
2023 30.78 124th 166 25.3%
2024 35.52 109th 161 32.3%
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Rank History for Native American students at Lyman Elementary - 04

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 85.00 3rd 35 91.4%
2019 96.92 1st 28 96.4%
2022 48.38 10th 23 56.5%
2023 58.53 6th 25 76.0%
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Rank History for White students at Lyman Elementary - 04

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 52.43 92nd 185 50.3%
2022 36.96 129th 184 29.9%
2023 32.46 138th 185 25.4%
2024 46.37 106th 184 42.4%
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Data source: test scores: South Dakota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: South Dakota Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Lyman Elementary - 04

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1995 63 0 0 2 22 n/a n/a 0 87
1996 63 0 0 2 22 n/a n/a 0 87
1997 70 0 0 1 31 n/a n/a 0 102
1998 83 0 0 0 50 n/a n/a 0 133
1999 80 0 0 0 39 n/a n/a 0 119
2000 77 0 0 0 35 n/a n/a 0 112
2001 64 0 0 0 59 n/a n/a 0 123
2002 47 0 0 0 67 n/a n/a 0 114
2003 47 0 0 0 67 n/a n/a 0 114
2004 41 0 0 0 52 n/a n/a 0 93
2005 39 0 0 2 62 n/a n/a 0 103
2006 52 0 0 3 48 n/a n/a 0 103
2007 53 0 0 3 48 n/a n/a 0 104
2008 39 0 1 2 46 n/a n/a 0 88
2009 37 0 3 1 61 n/a n/a 0 102
2010 40 0 2 0 64 n/a n/a 0 106
2011 35 0 2 0 59 0 0 0 96
2012 35 0 0 0 60 1 0 0 96
2013 37 0 0 0 70 0 0 0 107
2014 39 0 0 0 76 0 0 0 115
2015 33 0 0 0 73 0 0 0 106
2016 22 0 0 0 66 0 2 0 90
2017 32 0 0 0 74 0 2 0 108
2018 32 0 0 0 59 0 4 0 95
2019 31 0 0 1 68 0 5 0 105
2020 45 0 0 0 49 0 5 0 99
2021 109 0 0 0 73 0 10 0 192
2022 109 0 0 0 75 0 15 0 199
2023 111 0 0 0 78 0 11 0 200
2024 93 0 0 0 75 1 11 0 180

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Lyman Elementary - 04

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 87 8.1 10.7 n/a
1996 87 8.1 10.7 n/a
1997 102 7.0 14.6 51
1998 133 6.3 21.1 0
1999 119 6.4 18.6 0
2000 112 9.6 11.7 55.4
2001 123 9.5 12.9 67.5
2002 114 10.0 11.4 65.8
2003 114 10.0 11.4 65.8
2004 93 9.8 9.5 54.8
2005 103 10.4 9.9 63.1
2006 103 10.4 9.9 55.3
2007 104 10.9 9.5 53.8
2008 88 10.0 8.8 68.2
2009 102 9.9 10.3 56.9
2010 106 9.9 10.6 56.6
2011 96 9.5 10.0 63.5
2012 96 10.1 9.4 53.1
2013 107 10.3 10.3 66.4
2014 115 11.3 10.1 76.5
2015 106 11.0 9.6 68.9
2016 90 11.0 8.1 68.9
2017 108 11.2 9.6 65.7
2018 95 11.9 7.9 61.1
2019 105 10.9 9.5 71.4
2020 99 11.9 8.2 60.6
2021 192 21.8 8.7 43.2
2022 199 19.1 10.4 39.7
2023 200 18.6 10.7 43.5
2024 180 18.9 9.5 40

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Lyman Elementary - 04

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 87 8.1 10.7 n/a
1996 87 8.1 10.7 n/a
1997 102 7.0 14.6 51
1998 133 6.3 21.1 0
1999 119 6.4 18.6 0
2000 112 9.6 11.7 55.4
2001 123 9.5 12.9 67.5
2002 114 10.0 11.4 65.8
2003 114 10.0 11.4 65.8
2004 93 9.8 9.5 54.8
2005 103 10.4 9.9 63.1
2006 103 10.4 9.9 55.3
2007 104 10.9 9.5 53.8
2008 88 10.0 8.8 68.2
2009 102 9.9 10.3 56.9
2010 106 9.9 10.6 56.6
2011 96 9.5 10.0 63.5
2012 96 10.1 9.4 53.1
2013 107 10.3 10.3 66.4
2014 115 11.3 10.1 76.5
2015 106 11.0 9.6 68.9
2016 90 11.0 8.1 68.9
2017 108 11.2 9.6 65.7
2018 95 11.9 7.9 61.1
2019 105 10.9 9.5 71.4
2020 99 11.9 8.2 60.6
2021 192 21.8 8.7 43.2
2022 199 19.1 10.4 39.7
2023 200 18.6 10.7 43.5
2024 180 18.9 9.5 40

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Lyman Elementary - 04

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2020 $2,916 (19.8%) $11,818 (80.2%) $14,734
2021 $3,514 (21.4%) $12,929 (78.6%) $16,443
2022 $4,276 (26.8%) $11,686 (73.2%) $15,962
2023 $3,986 (25.2%) $11,824 (74.8%) $15,810

Data source: South Dakota Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Lyman Elementary - 04

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 86th of 206 Elementary schoolsRanks 145th of 204 Elementary schools
 29.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Lyman Elementary - 04)73.332
 41.3%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Lyman School District 42-1)7532
 43%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)49.145.3
 3.8%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Lyman Elementary - 04)53.348
 5.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Lyman School District 42-1)64.348
 16.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)52.751.1
 1.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Lyman Elementary - 04)14.331.3
 17%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Lyman School District 42-1)35.731.3
 4.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)50.347.2
 3.1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Lyman Elementary - 04)28.646.9
 18.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Lyman School District 42-1)53.646.9
 6.7%
   4th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)4947.7
 1.2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Lyman Elementary - 04)71.427.6
 43.8%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Lyman School District 42-1)63.627.6
 36.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)54.148.7
 5.4%
5th Grade Mathematics (Lyman Elementary - 04)71.431
 40.4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Lyman School District 42-1)68.231
 37.2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)40.539.4
 1.2%
5th Grade Science (Lyman Elementary - 04)5048.3
 1.7%
   5th Grade Science (Lyman School District 42-1)5048.3
 1.7%
   5th Grade Science (South Dakota)42.139.9
 2.2%
All Grades English Language Arts (Lyman Elementary - 04)53.530.2
 23.3%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Lyman School District 42-1)57.840.5
 17.3%
   All Grades English Language Arts (South Dakota)53.249.7
 3.5%
All Grades Mathematics (Lyman Elementary - 04)51.241.9
 9.3%
   All Grades Mathematics (Lyman School District 42-1)44.334.7
 9.6%
   All Grades Mathematics (South Dakota)44.941.9
 3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students105200
 90.5%
African American00
American Indian6878
 14.7%
Asian00
Hispanic10
 100%
Pacific Islander00
White31111
 258.1%
Two or More Races511
 120%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients71.4%43.5%
 27.9%

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Students who attend Lyman Elementary - 04 usually go on to attend:

Middle : Lyman Middle School - 02
High : Lyman High School - 01

Lyman Elementary - 04 ranks 132nd of 201 South Dakota elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students at Lyman Elementary - 04 are 52% White, 42% American Indian, 6% Two or more races.

In the 2023-24 school year, 180 students attended Lyman Elementary - 04.


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