Needs Improvement
#546 of 574 schools in SD
Hawthorne Elementary - 56
Elementary School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5
601 N Spring Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#546 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#37 of 44
public schools
In district
#30 of 37
Sioux Falls School District 49-5
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Hawthorne Elementary - 56
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About Hawthorne Elementary - 56
Hawthorne Elementary - 56 is a public elementary school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. Hawthorne Elementary - 56 serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawthorne Elementary - 56 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #546 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Hawthorne Elementary - 56 show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- SD avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Hawthorne Elementary - 56 — Students at Hawthorne Elementary - 56 score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 2.7/10.
How Hawthorne Elementary - 56 Compares
See how Hawthorne Elementary - 56 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
601 N Spring Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawthorne Elementary - 56 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sonia Sotomayor Elementary - 65 (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Susan B. Anthony Elementary - 66 (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elementary Immersion Center - 43 (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood 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
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|---|---|
| Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 Sioux Falls, SD | 3.4 |
| Cleveland Elementary - 14 Sioux Falls, SD | 3.2 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 Rapid City, SD | 3.2 |
| Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 Rapid City, SD | 3.6 |
| Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City, SD | 3.1 |
| Garfield Elementary - 19 Sioux Falls, SD | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawthorne Elementary - 56
What grades does Hawthorne Elementary - 56 serve?
Hawthorne Elementary - 56 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary - 56?
Hawthorne Elementary - 56 has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elementary - 56?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elementary - 56 is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hawthorne Elementary - 56 rank in SD?
Hawthorne Elementary - 56 ranks #546 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Hawthorne Elementary - 56's MySchoolScout rating?
Hawthorne Elementary - 56 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Hawthorne Elementary - 56?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hawthorne Elementary - 56 has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hawthorne Elementary - 56 a charter school?
No, Hawthorne Elementary - 56 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hawthorne Elementary - 56 a Title I school?
No, Hawthorne Elementary - 56 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hawthorne Elementary - 56?
100.0% of students at Hawthorne Elementary - 56 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
- 458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (605) 367-4580
Resources & Links
District
Sioux Falls School District 49-5- District Enrollment
- 25,216
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,457
- District Rank
- #30 of 37
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