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Discovery Elementary - 26

1506 S Discovery Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57106, United States
+1 (605) 362-3530
http://www.sf.k12.sd.us
6.0
Overall Rating

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Discovery Elementary - 26 Overview

About This School

Discovery Elementary - 26 is a public elementary in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, serving 873 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 59% in ELA and 61% in math. The school maintains a staff of 50 teachers with an average salary of $56,141 and a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Additionally, the school provides support through a counselor-to-student ratio of 582:1. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 80% White, 6% Hispanic, 6% Black, 5% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

873
Total Students
PK-5
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
50 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts59%
Mathematics61%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Minnehaha County
Students per Counselor
582:1

Discovery Elementary - 26 Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

59%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 49%State Avg: 51%
61%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 44%
N/A
Science

Class Information

17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.1:1
State Avg: 15.3:1
582
Students per Counselor

Discovery Elementary - 26 Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
50

Average Teacher Salary

$56,141
City Avg: $56,237
State Avg: $47,106

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Students per Counselor582:1

Discovery Elementary - 26 Student Demographics

Student Body

51.32%
Male
48.68%
Female
Total Enrollment: 873 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White80.07%
Hispanic5.84%
Asian0.69%
Black5.84%
Two or More Races4.7%
Native American2.86%

Discovery Elementary - 26 Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Discovery Elementary - 26

Q: What is Discovery Elementary - 26?

A: Discovery Elementary - 26 is a elementary public located in Sioux Falls.

Q: How many students attend Discovery Elementary - 26?

A: Discovery Elementary - 26 has approximately 873 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Elementary - 26?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Elementary - 26 is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about Discovery Elementary - 26

Discovery Elementary - 26 is a public elementary in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, serving 873 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 59% in ELA and 61% in math. The school maintains a staff of 50 teachers with an average salary of $56,141 and a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Additionally, the school provides support through a counselor-to-student ratio of 582:1. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 80% White, 6% Hispanic, 6% Black, 5% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Discovery Elementary - 26 - Sioux Falls, SD

Quick Facts about Discovery Elementary - 26
School NameDiscovery Elementary - 26
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location1506 S Discovery Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57106, Sioux Falls, SD
CountyMinnehaha County
Phone+1 (605) 362-3530
Total Students873
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Full-Time Teachers50
Rating6/10
ELA Proficiency59%
Math Proficiency61%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Discovery Elementary - 26

What is Discovery Elementary - 26?

Discovery Elementary - 26 is a elementary public located in Sioux Falls.

How many students attend Discovery Elementary - 26?

Discovery Elementary - 26 has approximately 873 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Elementary - 26?

The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Elementary - 26 is 17:1.

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