Average
#297 of 574 schools in SD
Axtell Park Middle School - 47
Middle School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5
201 N West Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#297 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#17 of 44
public schools
In district
#10 of 37
Sioux Falls School District 49-5
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Axtell Park Middle School - 47
Middle School in Sioux Falls · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Axtell Park Middle School - 47
Axtell Park Middle School - 47 is a public middle school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. Axtell Park Middle School - 47 serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 3:1 student-teacher ratio. Axtell Park Middle School - 47 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #297 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Axtell Park Middle School - 47 show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- SD avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Axtell Park Middle School - 47 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Axtell Park Middle School - 47 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 3:1 students to teachers, Axtell Park Middle School - 47 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Axtell Park Middle School - 47 — Students at Axtell Park Middle School - 47 score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Axtell Park Middle School - 47 Compares
See how Axtell Park Middle School - 47 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
201 N West Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Axtell Park Middle School - 47 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edison Middle School - 06 (rated 5.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 (rated 5.5/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Structured Teaching - 12 Sioux Falls | 0.0 mi | — |
| Garfield Elementary - 19 Sioux Falls | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Hawthorne Elementary - 56 Sioux Falls | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Lowell Elementary - 28 Sioux Falls | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Sonia Sotomayor Elementary - 65 Sioux Falls | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| All City Elementary - 50 Sioux Falls | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Elementary Immersion Center - 43 Sioux Falls | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Edison Middle School - 06 Sioux Falls | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 Sioux Falls | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary - 66 Sioux Falls | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Whittier Middle School - 08 Sioux Falls | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
| O'GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Community Campus - 41 Sioux Falls | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| CTE - 37 Sioux Falls | 2.0 mi | — |
| Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 Sioux Falls | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Summit Oaks-Residential - 48 Sioux Falls | 2.5 mi | — |
| ARISE Shelter Care - 71 Sioux Falls | 2.5 mi | — |
| Robert Frost Elementary - 18 Sioux Falls | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Challenge Center - 51 Sioux Falls | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,161
Median Home Value
$183,700
Median Rent
$849/mo
Population
27,406
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
43.6%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Deubrook Jr. High - 02 White, SD | 6.2 |
| Edmunds Central Middle School - 02 Roscoe, SD | 5.9 |
| Herreid Middle School - 03 Herreid, SD | 5.9 |
| Lake Preston Middle School - 03 Lake Preston, SD | 6.6 |
| Langford Area Middle School - 03 Langford, SD | 5.8 |
| Colome Middle School - 03 Colome, SD | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Axtell Park Middle School - 47
What grades does Axtell Park Middle School - 47 serve?
Axtell Park Middle School - 47 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Axtell Park Middle School - 47?
Axtell Park Middle School - 47 has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Axtell Park Middle School - 47?
The student-teacher ratio at Axtell Park Middle School - 47 is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Axtell Park Middle School - 47 rank in SD?
Axtell Park Middle School - 47 ranks #297 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Axtell Park Middle School - 47's MySchoolScout rating?
Axtell Park Middle School - 47 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Axtell Park Middle School - 47?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Axtell Park Middle School - 47 has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Axtell Park Middle School - 47 a charter school?
No, Axtell Park Middle School - 47 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Axtell Park Middle School - 47 a Title I school?
No, Axtell Park Middle School - 47 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Axtell Park Middle School - 47?
63.3% of students at Axtell Park Middle School - 47 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Phone
- (605) 367-4266
Resources & Links
District
Sioux Falls School District 49-5- District Enrollment
- 25,216
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,457
- District Rank
- #10 of 37
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