Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert Frost Elementary - 18 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert Frost Elementary serves the southern part of Sioux Falls, SD, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Frost Elementary - 18's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert Frost Elementary - 18 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 Robert Frost Elementary - 18 is 0.48, 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
#421 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
8%
3%
White
71%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Frost Elementary - 18's ranking?
Robert Frost Elementary - 18 is ranked #421 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Robert Frost Elementary - 18?
447 students attend Robert Frost Elementary - 18.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Robert Frost Elementary - 18 students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Frost Elementary - 18?
Robert Frost Elementary - 18 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Robert Frost Elementary - 18 offer ?
Robert Frost Elementary - 18 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Frost Elementary - 18 part of?
Robert Frost Elementary - 18 is part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5.
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