Average
#325 of 574 schools in SD
Freedom Elementary - 06
Elementary School · Harrisburg School District 41-2
1101 Tom Sawyer Trl, Harrisburg, SD 57032
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#325 of 574
In Harrisburg
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
Harrisburg School District 41-2
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Freedom Elementary - 06
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About Freedom Elementary - 06
Freedom Elementary - 06 is a public elementary school in Harrisburg, SD, part of Harrisburg School District 41-2. Freedom Elementary - 06 serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Freedom Elementary - 06 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Freedom Elementary - 06 show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Freedom Elementary - 06 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.
Score Breakdown
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Freedom Elementary - 06 — Students at Freedom Elementary - 06 score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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 Freedom Elementary - 06 Compares
See how Freedom Elementary - 06 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1101 Tom Sawyer Trl, Harrisburg, SD 57032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Freedom Elementary - 06 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Challenge Center - 51 (rated 8.8/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is Endeavor Elementary - 07 (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Adventure Elementary - 10 (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,241
Median Home Value
$295,600
Median Rent
$1,351/mo
Population
9,558
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
1.6%
Median Age
31.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baltic Elementary - 02 Baltic, SD | 5.9 |
| Beadle Elementary - 03 Yankton, SD | 5.9 |
| O M Tiffany Elementary - 11 Aberdeen, SD | 5.9 |
| Clear Lake Elementary - 02 Clear Lake, SD | 6.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 04 Yankton, SD | 5.8 |
| Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 Mitchell, SD | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Freedom Elementary - 06
What grades does Freedom Elementary - 06 serve?
Freedom Elementary - 06 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Freedom Elementary - 06?
Freedom Elementary - 06 has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elementary - 06?
The student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elementary - 06 is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Freedom Elementary - 06 rank in SD?
Freedom Elementary - 06 ranks #325 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Freedom Elementary - 06's MySchoolScout rating?
Freedom Elementary - 06 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Freedom Elementary - 06?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Freedom Elementary - 06 has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Freedom Elementary - 06 a charter school?
No, Freedom Elementary - 06 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Freedom Elementary - 06 a Title I school?
No, Freedom Elementary - 06 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Freedom Elementary - 06?
12.4% of students at Freedom Elementary - 06 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
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.2%
- 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
- #9 of 10
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