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#332 of 574 schools in SD
Memorial Middle School - 04
Middle School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5
1401 S Sertoma Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Enrollment
1,138
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,138
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#332 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#18 of 44
public schools
In district
#11 of 37
Sioux Falls School District 49-5
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Memorial Middle School - 04
Middle School in Sioux Falls · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Memorial Middle School - 04
Memorial Middle School - 04 is a public middle school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. Memorial Middle School - 04 serves approximately 1,138 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Middle School - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #332 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Memorial Middle School - 04 show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- SD avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Memorial Middle School - 04 — Students at Memorial Middle School - 04 score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23%
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: 5.3/10.
How Memorial Middle School - 04 Compares
See how Memorial Middle School - 04 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
1401 S Sertoma Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memorial Middle School - 04 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tea Area Frontier Elementary - 05 (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Tea), which scores notably higher. Another option is SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 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
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| Edison Middle School - 06 Sioux Falls, SD | 5.7 |
| George McGovern Middle School -09 Sioux Falls, SD | 5.7 |
| Huron Middle School - 02 Huron, SD | 5.6 |
| Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 Sioux Falls, SD | 5.5 |
| Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 Sioux Falls, SD | 4.9 |
| Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 Brandon, SD | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memorial Middle School - 04
What grades does Memorial Middle School - 04 serve?
Memorial Middle School - 04 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Memorial Middle School - 04?
Memorial Middle School - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 1,138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle School - 04?
The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle School - 04 is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memorial Middle School - 04 rank in SD?
Memorial Middle School - 04 ranks #332 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Memorial Middle School - 04's MySchoolScout rating?
Memorial Middle School - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Memorial Middle School - 04?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial Middle School - 04 has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Memorial Middle School - 04 a charter school?
No, Memorial Middle School - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Memorial Middle School - 04 a Title I school?
No, Memorial Middle School - 04 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Memorial Middle School - 04?
23.0% of students at Memorial Middle School - 04 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,138
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (605) 362-2785
Resources & Links
District
Sioux Falls School District 49-5- District Enrollment
- 25,216
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,457
- District Rank
- #11 of 37
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