Very Good
#207 of 574 schools in SD
Top 36% in state
Explorer Elementary - 04
Elementary School · Harrisburg School District 41-2
4010 W 82nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#207 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#10 of 44
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
Harrisburg School District 41-2
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Explorer Elementary - 04
Explorer Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Harrisburg School District 41-2. Explorer Elementary - 04 serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Explorer Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Explorer Elementary - 04 show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- SD avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Explorer Elementary - 04 — Students at Explorer Elementary - 04 score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How Explorer Elementary - 04 Compares
See how Explorer Elementary - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4010 W 82nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Explorer Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Endeavor Elementary - 07 (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adventure Elementary - 10 (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RF Pettigrew Elementary - 17 (rated 6.8/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,184
Median Home Value
$401,300
Median Rent
$1,292/mo
Population
32,888
College Educated
53.7%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
37.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Buchanan Elementary - 03 Pierre, SD | 6.9 |
| Corral Drive Elementary - 21 Rapid City, SD | 6.9 |
| McKinley Elementary - 06 Watertown, SD | 6.9 |
| Stewart Elementary - 05 Yankton, SD | 7.1 |
| Chamberlain Elementary - 03 Chamberlain, SD | 6.8 |
| Hill City Elementary - 02 Hill City, SD | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Explorer Elementary - 04
What grades does Explorer Elementary - 04 serve?
Explorer Elementary - 04 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Explorer Elementary - 04?
Explorer Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Explorer Elementary - 04?
The student-teacher ratio at Explorer Elementary - 04 is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Explorer Elementary - 04 rank in SD?
Explorer Elementary - 04 ranks #207 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Explorer Elementary - 04's MySchoolScout rating?
Explorer Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Explorer Elementary - 04?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Explorer Elementary - 04 has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Explorer Elementary - 04 a charter school?
No, Explorer Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Explorer Elementary - 04 a Title I school?
No, Explorer Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Explorer Elementary - 04?
14.9% of students at Explorer Elementary - 04 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.4%
- Phone
- (605) 743-2567
Resources & Links
District
Harrisburg School District 41-2- District Enrollment
- 6,098
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,031
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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