Best Public Schools in Sioux Falls, SD


Summary:

The city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota is home to 52 schools that are part of the Sioux Falls School District 49-5. The district serves a diverse population, with 32 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, 9 high schools, and 3 alternative schools. While the district as a whole is ranked 72 out of 126 school districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, there are several standout schools that demonstrate exceptional academic performance.

Among the top-performing schools in the district are Challenge Center, which is ranked #1 out of 201 South Dakota elementary schools and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, with over 90% of students proficient or better in core subjects. Other high-achieving elementary schools include All City Elementary, ranked #17 in the state, and Adventure Elementary, ranked #4. At the high school level, Washington High School and Lincoln High School stand out with the highest 11th-grade proficiency rates in the district.

However, the data also reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the district, with some schools struggling to achieve proficiency levels. This suggests a need for targeted interventions and support to address the gaps and ensure all students in the Sioux Falls School District 49-5 have access to a high-quality education. The district's diverse socioeconomic makeup, as evidenced by the wide range of free and reduced lunch rates, may be a contributing factor to these disparities, underscoring the importance of equitable resource allocation and tailored strategies to meet the unique needs of each school community.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the South Dakota Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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