Below Average
#513 of 574 schools in SD
Laura Wilder Elementary - 31
Elementary School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5
2300 S Lyndale Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#513 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#33 of 44
public schools
In district
#26 of 37
Sioux Falls School District 49-5
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Laura Wilder Elementary - 31
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About Laura Wilder Elementary - 31
Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 is a public elementary school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #513 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- SD avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 — Students at Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.7%
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: 3.6/10.
How Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 Compares
See how Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 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
2300 S Lyndale Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Challenge Center - 51 (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sonia Sotomayor Elementary - 65 (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Susan B. Anthony Elementary - 66 (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edison Middle School - 06 Sioux Falls | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Community Campus - 41 Sioux Falls | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Sonia Sotomayor Elementary - 65 Sioux Falls | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| O'GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Garfield Elementary - 19 Sioux Falls | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Lowell Elementary - 28 Sioux Falls | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary - 66 Sioux Falls | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Structured Teaching - 12 Sioux Falls | 1.7 mi | — |
| Axtell Park Middle School - 47 Sioux Falls | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| CHOICES JR. HIGH Sioux Falls | 1.7 mi | — |
| Robert Frost Elementary - 18 Sioux Falls | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Challenge Center - 51 Sioux Falls | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 Sioux Falls | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Hawthorne Elementary - 56 Sioux Falls | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| All City Elementary - 50 Sioux Falls | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Elementary Immersion Center - 43 Sioux Falls | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Sioux Falls | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,066
Median Home Value
$247,900
Median Rent
$956/mo
Population
22,764
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
14.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Robert Frost Elementary - 18 Sioux Falls, SD | 4.0 |
| Wolf Creek School - 02 Pine Ridge, SD | 4.0 |
| Elk Point-Jefferson Elementary - 02 Elk Point, SD | 3.9 |
| Simmons Elementary - 10 Aberdeen, SD | 3.9 |
| Webster Elementary - 06 Yankton, SD | 3.8 |
| Rosebud Elementary - 04 Rosebud, SD | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laura Wilder Elementary - 31
What grades does Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 serve?
Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Laura Wilder Elementary - 31?
Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laura Wilder Elementary - 31?
The student-teacher ratio at Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 rank in SD?
Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 ranks #513 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Laura Wilder Elementary - 31's MySchoolScout rating?
Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Wilder Elementary - 31?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 a charter school?
No, Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 a Title I school?
No, Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laura Wilder Elementary - 31?
56.7% of students at Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 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
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (605) 367-4570
Resources & Links
District
Sioux Falls School District 49-5- District Enrollment
- 25,216
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,457
- District Rank
- #26 of 37
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