Excellent
#71 of 574 schools in SD
Top 12% in state
Based on limited data
Inspiration Elementary - 08
Elementary School · Brandon Valley School District 49-2
3401 S Sparta Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57110
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#71 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#5 of 44
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Brandon Valley School District 49-2
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Inspiration Elementary - 08
Inspiration Elementary - 08 is a public elementary school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Brandon Valley School District 49-2. Inspiration Elementary - 08 serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Inspiration Elementary - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #71 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Inspiration Elementary - 08 show 82% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- SD avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Inspiration Elementary - 08 — Students at Inspiration Elementary - 08 score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
How Inspiration Elementary - 08 Compares
See how Inspiration Elementary - 08 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3401 S Sparta Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Inspiration Elementary - 08 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY LOVING SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Horizon Elementary - 09 (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Fred Assam Elementary - 06 (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,114
Median Home Value
$365,600
Median Rent
$1,018/mo
Population
22,017
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| C C Lee Elementary - 05 Aberdeen, SD | 8.2 |
| Miller Elementary - 02 Miller, SD | 8.2 |
| Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 Platte, SD | 8.1 |
| Lawrence Elementary - 02 Canton, SD | 8.3 |
| Kennedy Elementary - 08 Pierre, SD | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 05 Watertown, SD | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Inspiration Elementary - 08
What grades does Inspiration Elementary - 08 serve?
Inspiration Elementary - 08 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Inspiration Elementary - 08?
Inspiration Elementary - 08 has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Inspiration Elementary - 08?
The student-teacher ratio at Inspiration Elementary - 08 is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Inspiration Elementary - 08 rank in SD?
Inspiration Elementary - 08 ranks #71 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Inspiration Elementary - 08's MySchoolScout rating?
Inspiration Elementary - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Inspiration Elementary - 08?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Inspiration Elementary - 08 has 82% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Inspiration Elementary - 08 a charter school?
No, Inspiration Elementary - 08 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Inspiration Elementary - 08 a Title I school?
No, Inspiration Elementary - 08 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Inspiration Elementary - 08?
17.5% of students at Inspiration Elementary - 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.7%
- Phone
- (605) 582-5890
Resources & Links
District
Brandon Valley School District 49-2- District Enrollment
- 4,991
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,304
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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