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#440 of 574 schools in SD

Journey Elementary - 05

Elementary School · Harrisburg School District 41-2

6801 S Grange Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Enrollment

342

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#440 of 574

In Sioux Falls

#30 of 44

public schools

In district

#10 of 10

Harrisburg School District 41-2

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Journey Elementary - 05

4.9/10

Elementary School in Sioux Falls · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Journey Elementary - 05

Journey Elementary - 05 is a public elementary school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Harrisburg School District 41-2. Journey Elementary - 05 serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Journey Elementary - 05 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #440 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Journey Elementary - 05 show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • SD avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,031

Journey Elementary - 05 — Students at Journey Elementary - 05 score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
52%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Journey Elementary - 05 Compares

See how Journey Elementary - 05 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
24th percentile in SD
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers

Location

6801 S Grange Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Journey Elementary - 05 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 Endeavor Elementary - 07 (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Susan B. Anthony Elementary - 66 (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
THE BAAN DEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sioux Falls 0.7 mi
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 0.9 mi 5.3
Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 Sioux Falls 1.3 mi 8.2
Endeavor Elementary - 07 Sioux Falls 1.5 mi 8.6
Community Campus - 41 Sioux Falls 2.2 mi 4.2
Robert Frost Elementary - 18 Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 4.0
Challenge Center - 51 Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 8.8
SIOUX FALLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Sioux Falls 1.9 mi 3.4
CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Sioux Falls 2.5 mi 6.9
Explorer Elementary - 04 Sioux Falls 2.0 mi 7.0
Avera Behavioral Health Program - 82 Sioux Falls 2.1 mi
Avera Adolescent Addiction Care Program - 81 Sioux Falls 2.1 mi
O'GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL Sioux Falls 2.6 mi 4.6
Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 Sioux Falls 2.9 mi 4.0
Edison Middle School - 06 Sioux Falls 3.0 mi 5.7
Susan B. Anthony Elementary - 66 Sioux Falls 3.0 mi 7.4
Lincoln High School - 02 Sioux Falls 2.8 mi 6.4
Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 Sioux Falls 3.0 mi 5.5
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Sioux Falls 3.2 mi 8.0
Freedom Elementary - 06 Harrisburg 3.1 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,184

Median Home Value

$401,300

Median Rent

$1,292/mo

Population

32,888

College Educated

53.7%

Homeownership

63.1%

Avg Commute

17.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Journey Elementary - 05

What grades does Journey Elementary - 05 serve?

Journey Elementary - 05 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Journey Elementary - 05?

Journey Elementary - 05 has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Journey Elementary - 05?

The student-teacher ratio at Journey Elementary - 05 is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Journey Elementary - 05 rank in SD?

Journey Elementary - 05 ranks #440 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Journey Elementary - 05's MySchoolScout rating?

Journey Elementary - 05 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Journey Elementary - 05?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Journey Elementary - 05 has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Journey Elementary - 05 a charter school?

No, Journey Elementary - 05 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Journey Elementary - 05 a Title I school?

No, Journey Elementary - 05 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Journey Elementary - 05?

7.9% of students at Journey Elementary - 05 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Lincoln County

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