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#413 of 574 schools in SD
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10
Elementary School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5
1600 N Wayland Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57103
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#413 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#28 of 44
public schools
In district
#22 of 37
Sioux Falls School District 49-5
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Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10
Elementary School in Sioux Falls · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 is a public elementary school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. Laura B.
Anderson Elementary - 10 serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #413 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- SD avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 — Students at Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.8%
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: 5.2/10.
How Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 Compares
See how Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 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
1600 N Wayland Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sonia Sotomayor Elementary - 65 (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY LOVING SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Susan B. Anthony Elementary - 66 (rated 7.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,945
Median Home Value
$244,800
Median Rent
$938/mo
Population
35,282
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10
What grades does Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 serve?
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10?
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10?
The student-teacher ratio at Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 rank in SD?
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 ranks #413 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10's MySchoolScout rating?
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 a charter school?
No, Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 a Title I school?
No, Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10?
75.8% of students at Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.9%
- Phone
- (605) 367-6130
Resources & Links
District
Sioux Falls School District 49-5- District Enrollment
- 25,216
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,457
- District Rank
- #22 of 37
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