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Falls Academy - 08
High School · West Central School District 49-7
PO Box 730, Hartford, SD 57033
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
24:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
24:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Falls Academy - 08
Falls Academy - 08 is a public high school in Hartford, SD, part of the West Central School District 49-7. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades 5th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $98,156, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 24 students, Falls Academy - 08 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Falls Academy - 08 is 24:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Located in a rural area, Falls Academy - 08 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Address
- PO Box 730, Hartford, SD 57033
- Website
- westcentral.k12.sd.us
- Phone
- (605) 528-3799
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 3 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
PO Box 730, Hartford, SD 57033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Falls Academy - 08 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Roosevelt High School - 03 (rated 5.1/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls). Another option is Tea Area High School - 03 (rated 4.9/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Tea). Additionally, Jefferson High School - 67 (rated 4.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls). For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,156
Median Home Value
$280,500
Median Rent
$949/mo
Population
5,947
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
36.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Falls Academy - 08 has a median household income of $98,156. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $280,500, with a median rent of $949/month. The local poverty rate of 3.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Falls Academy - 08
What grades does Falls Academy - 08 serve?
Falls Academy - 08 serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Falls Academy - 08?
Falls Academy - 08 has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Falls Academy - 08?
The student-teacher ratio at Falls Academy - 08 is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Falls Academy - 08?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Falls Academy - 08 has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Falls Academy - 08 a charter school?
No, Falls Academy - 08 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Falls Academy - 08 a Title I school?
No, Falls Academy - 08 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Falls Academy - 08?
25.0% of students at Falls Academy - 08 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
- County Safety
- Low (97/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Phone
- (605) 528-3799
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
West Central School District 49-7- District Enrollment
- 1,409
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,984
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