Bon Homme Hutterite Colony, located in Bon Homme County, South Dakota, is the mother colony of all Schmiedeleut Hutterite Colonies in North America and also the oldest Hutterite Colony in the world still in existence.
Serving 30 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18's student population of 30 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
To ensure that our students have the resources to succeed in a changing world.
School Rankings
Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#429 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
White
100%
66%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
39%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18's ranking?
Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 is ranked #429 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18?
30 students attend Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18?
Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 offer ?
Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 part of?
Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 is part of Bon Homme School District 04-2.
School Reviews
Review Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.
