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#255 of 574 schools in SD
Top 44% in state
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57
Elementary School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5
4501 S Holbrook Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#255 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#14 of 44
public schools
In district
#7 of 37
Sioux Falls School District 49-5
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57
Elementary School in Sioux Falls · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 is a public elementary school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. John F.
Kennedy Elementary - 57 serves approximately 659 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #255 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- SD avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 — Students at John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 6.3/10.
How John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 Compares
See how John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 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
4501 S Holbrook Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tea Area Frontier Elementary - 05 (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Tea), which scores notably higher. Another option is Explorer Elementary - 04 (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RF Pettigrew Elementary - 17 (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,070
Median Home Value
$268,800
Median Rent
$996/mo
Population
51,780
College Educated
34.5%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 Brookings, SD | 6.6 |
| John Harris Elementary - 23 Sioux Falls, SD | 6.6 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 Rapid City, SD | 6.6 |
| Liberty Elementary - 02 Harrisburg, SD | 6.7 |
| Hamlin Elementary - 09 Hayti, SD | 6.4 |
| Madison 2-3 Center - 19 Huron, SD | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57
What grades does John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 serve?
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57?
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 has an enrollment of approximately 659 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 rank in SD?
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 ranks #255 of 574 schools in SD.
What is John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57's MySchoolScout rating?
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 a charter school?
No, John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 a Title I school?
No, John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57?
29.7% of students at John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 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
- 659
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (605) 362-2784
Resources & Links
District
Sioux Falls School District 49-5- District Enrollment
- 25,216
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,457
- District Rank
- #7 of 37
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