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#551 of 574 schools in SD

Cleveland Elementary - 14

Elementary School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5

1000 S Edward Dr, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

Enrollment

479

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#551 of 574

In Sioux Falls

#38 of 44

public schools

In district

#31 of 37

Sioux Falls School District 49-5

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Cleveland Elementary - 14

3.2/10

Elementary School in Sioux Falls · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Cleveland Elementary - 14

Cleveland Elementary - 14 is a public elementary school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. Cleveland Elementary - 14 serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cleveland Elementary - 14 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #551 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Cleveland Elementary - 14 show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.1
  • SD avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,457
Chronic Absenteeism28.6%

Cleveland Elementary - 14 — Students at Cleveland Elementary - 14 score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
17%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Cleveland Elementary - 14 Compares

See how Cleveland Elementary - 14 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
4th percentile in SD
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

Location

1000 S Edward Dr, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cleveland Elementary - 14 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Challenge Center - 51 (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY LOVING SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horizon Elementary - 09 (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 Sioux Falls 1.0 mi 5.2
Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 Sioux Falls 1.1 mi 3.4
Washington High School - 01 Sioux Falls 1.2 mi 5.3
Eugene Field A+ Elementary - 16 Sioux Falls 1.1 mi 5.4
CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY LOVING SCHOOL Sioux Falls 1.4 mi 8.1
Terry Redlin Elementary - 11 Sioux Falls 1.3 mi 3.0
Rosa Parks Elementary - 15 Sioux Falls 1.3 mi 2.9
Bridges At Horace Mann - 52 Sioux Falls 1.4 mi 2.9
John Harris Elementary - 23 Sioux Falls 2.1 mi 6.6
Lincoln High School - 02 Sioux Falls 1.8 mi 6.4
Whittier Middle School - 08 Sioux Falls 1.8 mi 2.9
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 Sioux Falls 2.2 mi 5.2
Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 Sioux Falls 1.9 mi 5.5
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN Sioux Falls 2.5 mi 3.2
CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Sioux Falls 2.2 mi 6.9
Robert Frost Elementary - 18 Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 4.0
Challenge Center - 51 Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 8.8
Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 Sioux Falls 2.5 mi 4.9
Susan B. Anthony Elementary - 66 Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 7.4
Horizon Elementary - 09 Sioux Falls 3.2 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,945

Median Home Value

$244,800

Median Rent

$938/mo

Population

35,282

College Educated

33.4%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

16.5 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

37.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City, SD 3.1
Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 Sioux Falls, SD 3.4
Hawthorne Elementary - 56 Sioux Falls, SD 3.4
Garfield Elementary - 19 Sioux Falls, SD 3.0
Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City, SD 3.0
Terry Redlin Elementary - 11 Sioux Falls, SD 3.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cleveland Elementary - 14

What grades does Cleveland Elementary - 14 serve?

Cleveland Elementary - 14 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cleveland Elementary - 14?

Cleveland Elementary - 14 has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary - 14?

The student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary - 14 is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cleveland Elementary - 14 rank in SD?

Cleveland Elementary - 14 ranks #551 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Cleveland Elementary - 14's MySchoolScout rating?

Cleveland Elementary - 14 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Cleveland Elementary - 14?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cleveland Elementary - 14 has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cleveland Elementary - 14 a charter school?

No, Cleveland Elementary - 14 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cleveland Elementary - 14 a Title I school?

No, Cleveland Elementary - 14 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cleveland Elementary - 14?

75.6% of students at Cleveland Elementary - 14 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Minnehaha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

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