Average
#356 of 574 schools in SD
George Mcgovern Middle School -09
Middle School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5
6221 W Maple St, Sioux Falls, SD 57107
Enrollment
747
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
747
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#356 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#20 of 44
public schools
In district
#13 of 37
Sioux Falls School District 49-5
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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George Mcgovern Middle School -09
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About George Mcgovern Middle School -09
George Mcgovern Middle School -09 is a public middle school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. George Mcgovern Middle School -09 serves approximately 747 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. George Mcgovern Middle School -09 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #356 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for George Mcgovern Middle School -09 show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- SD avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at George Mcgovern Middle School -09 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.
38% of students at George Mcgovern Middle School -09 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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George Mcgovern Middle School -09 — Students at George Mcgovern Middle School -09 score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 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: 9.2/10.
How George Mcgovern Middle School -09 Compares
See how George Mcgovern Middle School -09 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
6221 W Maple St, Sioux Falls, SD 57107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Mcgovern Middle School -09 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Axtell Park Middle School - 47 (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Memorial Middle School - 04 (rated 5.9/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson High School - 67 Sioux Falls | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Hayward Elementary - 38 Sioux Falls | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| CTE - 37 Sioux Falls | 1.3 mi | — |
| Memorial Middle School - 04 Sioux Falls | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Discovery Elementary - 26 Sioux Falls | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 3.0 mi | — |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| All City Elementary - 50 Sioux Falls | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Elementary Immersion Center - 43 Sioux Falls | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Oscar Howe Elementary - 58 Sioux Falls | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Roosevelt High School - 03 Sioux Falls | 3.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Garfield Elementary - 19 Sioux Falls | 3.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Structured Teaching - 12 Sioux Falls | 3.2 mi | — |
| Tea Area Frontier Elementary - 05 Tea | 3.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Axtell Park Middle School - 47 Sioux Falls | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| CHOICES JR. HIGH Sioux Falls | 4.3 mi | — |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 Sioux Falls | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| O'GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 4.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 Sioux Falls | 4.1 mi | 4.0 |
| RF Pettigrew Elementary - 17 Sioux Falls | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,719
Median Home Value
$250,700
Median Rent
$1,079/mo
Population
11,655
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
32.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edison Middle School - 06 Sioux Falls, SD | 5.7 |
| Sturgis Williams Middle School - 02 Sturgis, SD | 5.7 |
| Huron Middle School - 02 Huron, SD | 5.6 |
| Mitchell Middle School - 02 Mitchell, SD | 5.9 |
| Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 Sioux Falls, SD | 5.5 |
| Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 Pierre, SD | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Mcgovern Middle School -09
What grades does George Mcgovern Middle School -09 serve?
George Mcgovern Middle School -09 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend George Mcgovern Middle School -09?
George Mcgovern Middle School -09 has an enrollment of approximately 747 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Mcgovern Middle School -09?
The student-teacher ratio at George Mcgovern Middle School -09 is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Mcgovern Middle School -09 rank in SD?
George Mcgovern Middle School -09 ranks #356 of 574 schools in SD.
What is George Mcgovern Middle School -09's MySchoolScout rating?
George Mcgovern Middle School -09 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 George Mcgovern Middle School -09?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Mcgovern Middle School -09 has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is George Mcgovern Middle School -09 a charter school?
No, George Mcgovern Middle School -09 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Mcgovern Middle School -09 a Title I school?
No, George Mcgovern Middle School -09 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Mcgovern Middle School -09?
64.8% of students at George Mcgovern Middle School -09 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 747
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (605) 367-4440
Resources & Links
District
Sioux Falls School District 49-5- District Enrollment
- 25,216
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,457
- District Rank
- #13 of 37
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