Needs Improvement
#557 of 574 schools in SD
Garfield Elementary - 19
Elementary School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5
705 S Roberts Dr, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#557 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#40 of 44
public schools
In district
#33 of 37
Sioux Falls School District 49-5
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Garfield Elementary - 19
Elementary School in Sioux Falls · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Garfield Elementary - 19
Garfield Elementary - 19 is a public elementary school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. Garfield Elementary - 19 serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary - 19 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #557 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary - 19 show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Garfield Elementary - 19 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Garfield Elementary - 19 — Students at Garfield Elementary - 19 score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78%
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: 1.9/10.
How Garfield Elementary - 19 Compares
See how Garfield Elementary - 19 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
705 S Roberts Dr, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elementary - 19 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 Sonia Sotomayor Elementary - 65 (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Susan B. Anthony Elementary - 66 (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Structured Teaching - 12 Sioux Falls | 0.7 mi | — |
| Axtell Park Middle School - 47 Sioux Falls | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Sonia Sotomayor Elementary - 65 Sioux Falls | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 Sioux Falls | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Edison Middle School - 06 Sioux Falls | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| All City Elementary - 50 Sioux Falls | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Elementary Immersion Center - 43 Sioux Falls | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Lowell Elementary - 28 Sioux Falls | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| O'GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Community Campus - 41 Sioux Falls | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Hawthorne Elementary - 56 Sioux Falls | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary - 66 Sioux Falls | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| CTE - 37 Sioux Falls | 2.0 mi | — |
| CHOICES JR. HIGH Sioux Falls | 2.4 mi | — |
| Jefferson High School - 67 Sioux Falls | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 Sioux Falls | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Robert Frost Elementary - 18 Sioux Falls | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Challenge Center - 51 Sioux Falls | 2.4 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 |
|---|---|
| Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City, SD | 3.0 |
| Terry Redlin Elementary - 11 Sioux Falls, SD | 3.0 |
| Hayward Elementary - 38 Sioux Falls, SD | 2.9 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary - 15 Sioux Falls, SD | 2.9 |
| Cleveland Elementary - 14 Sioux Falls, SD | 3.2 |
| Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 Sioux Falls, SD | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Elementary - 19
What grades does Garfield Elementary - 19 serve?
Garfield Elementary - 19 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Garfield Elementary - 19?
Garfield Elementary - 19 has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary - 19?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary - 19 is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garfield Elementary - 19 rank in SD?
Garfield Elementary - 19 ranks #557 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Garfield Elementary - 19's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elementary - 19 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Garfield Elementary - 19?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Elementary - 19 has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Garfield Elementary - 19 a charter school?
No, Garfield Elementary - 19 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garfield Elementary - 19 a Title I school?
No, Garfield Elementary - 19 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garfield Elementary - 19?
78.0% of students at Garfield Elementary - 19 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 591
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (605) 367-6180
Resources & Links
District
Sioux Falls School District 49-5- District Enrollment
- 25,216
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,457
- District Rank
- #33 of 37
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