Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Fred Assam Elementary - 06 ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Fred Assam Elementary serves the west part of Sioux Falls, SD, covering an area of approximately 34.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fred Assam Elementary - 06's student population of 531 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We will prepare our students to be life long learners and productive citizens through a positive learning environment with the cooperation of students, educational staff, parents, guardians, and community.
School Rankings
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 ranks within the top 1% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fred Assam Elementary - 06 is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 619 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Respectful, Responsible, Safe, Kind, Active Learners
School Mascot
Lynx
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred Assam Elementary - 06's ranking?
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 is ranked #4 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Fred Assam Elementary - 06 often compared to?
Fred Assam Elementary - 06is often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks Elementary - 15 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Fred Assam Elementary - 06?
531 students attend Fred Assam Elementary - 06.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Fred Assam Elementary - 06 students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred Assam Elementary - 06?
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fred Assam Elementary - 06 offer ?
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fred Assam Elementary - 06 part of?
Fred Assam Elementary - 06 is part of Brandon Valley School District 49-2.
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