Poinsett Colony Elementary School

Poinsett Colony Elementary School in Estelline, SD offers education for grades K through 4 in a rural setting with a total enrollment of 6 students.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with one teacher serving all enrolled students.
It is affiliated with the Brethren religious orientation and holds membership in a state or regional independent school association.
As a co–educational program, Poinsett Colony Elementary School provides regular elementary instruction within a remote rural community.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
6 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The application deadline for Poinsett Colony Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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