Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laura B. Anderson Elementary serves the northeastern part of Sioux Falls, SD, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10's student population of 291 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Average Class Size
245 students
School Rankings
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 is 0.74, which is more 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
#550 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10's ranking?
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 is ranked #550 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10?
291 students attend Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10?
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 offer ?
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 part of?
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 is part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5.
In what neighborhood is Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 located?
Laura B. Anderson Elementary - 10 is located in the Riverside neighborhood of Sioux Falls, SD.
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