Discovery Elementary School in Sioux Falls, SD

Discovery Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5

1506 S Discovery Ave, Sioux Falls, SD

Northwest Sioux Falls Neighborhood

Sioux Falls School District

4.8

4.3

867 Students

B+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1

Math Proficiency
61%

Reading Proficiency
59%

B+

Academics

A-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

59%

Math Proficiency

61%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

18:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

3.5%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

569:1

Student Diversity

Male

50.9%

Female

49.1%

White

79.7%

Black

6.5%

Hispanic

5.5%

Two or more races

4.6%

Native American

2.1%

Asian or Pacific Islander

1.6%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Parent

1/18/2017

The Discovery community is amazing!! The staff is phenomenal and works to meet each child's individual needs. I couldn't ask for a better environment for my child.

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5.0 parent

1/10/2017

Our two kids have had great experiences at Discovery. The teachers, counselor, and administrators are all top notch in my opinion. For the largest elementary school in South Dakota, it is impressive how well they run the school. Not sure why another reviewer thinks that the principal is nasty. That'...

3.0 parent

9/13/2013

Great teachers, nasty Principal. Conform or suffer. Very young parents with not much real world experience.

5.0 student

2/19/2009

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Craig Bertrand

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(605) 799-2987

73 Total Sales

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$278K - $280K Price Range

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69 Total Sales

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Attendance Zone

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List Price Range

$190K - $966K

Homes For Sale

155

Average Home Value

$353,460

Median Lot Size

9,147 Sq Ft

% Renters

39%

Average Household Income

$93,579

% of College Grads

32.8%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,751 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

61.0%

Homes for Sale

$409,900

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,483 Sq Ft

1501 S Wheatland Ave

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Kris Ronning

Ronning Realty

(605) 453-4227

$385,900

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,479 Sq Ft

8101 W 24th St

Open layout villa located on one of the last corner lots in Discovery Park in western Sioux Falls. The home features single-level living and zero-step entry. The kitchen includes a walk-in pantry with stacks of shelving, a mix of painted Maple Mushroom and Rustic Alder Rye cabinets, and white quartz...

Kris Ronning

Ronning Realty

(605) 939-0965

$394,900

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,485 Sq Ft

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Kris Ronning

Ronning Realty

(605) 453-4647

$699,900

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,786 Sq Ft

1244 S Stoney Pointe Ct

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Monica Pluim

Coldwell Banker Empire Realty

(605) 525-3428

$485,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,423 Sq Ft

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New 4 days ago

Step into comfort, style, and convenience with this meticulously maintained ranch walkout in a highly sought-after west side location. Designed with both everyday living and entertaining in mind, this spacious home offers 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, giving you all the room you need to grow, host, an...

Jon Eng Hegg, REALTORS

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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,856 Sq Ft

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Step inside and immediately appreciate the open layout and comfortable feel this home offers. The main living room features a tray ceiling and gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting space that flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining areas. The kitchen is designed for both functionality and...

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3.5 Baths
3,937 Sq Ft

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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,914 Sq Ft

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$265,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,474 Sq Ft

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Unit 104
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$327,900

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,902 Sq Ft

1107 S President Ct
New 27 days ago

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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,014 Sq Ft

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3 Baths
2,991 Sq Ft

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Homes for Rent

$900 - $1,175 per month

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1-2 Baths
660+ Sq Ft

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1-2 Baths
660+ Sq Ft

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Sioux Falls, SD

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Stoney Creek Townhomes
2 - 3 Beds
1.5 Baths
884+ Sq Ft

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Rocky Ridge Townhomes
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1-2 Baths
1,100+ Sq Ft

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South Dakota Minnehaha County Sioux Falls 57106 Northwest Sioux Falls

Discovery Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Sioux Falls, SD and is served by the Sioux Falls School District in South Dakota. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 867 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 61% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 59% are proficient in reading. Discovery Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $353,460. Discover additional schools in the area, like Roosevelt High School, Jefferson High School, Career and Technical Education Academy, and more. Learn more about what Sioux Falls has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Discovery Elementary School.

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