Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 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 28% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 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 Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 is 0.73, 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
#540 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Asian
19%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
45%
3%
White
15%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20's ranking?
Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 is ranked #540 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 often compared to?
Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20is often viewed alongside schools like Hayward Elementary - 38 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20?
627 students attend Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20?
Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 offer ?
Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 part of?
Anne Sullivan Elementary - 20 is part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5.
School Reviews
5 6/20/2012
this school is a great school I have put 4 kids through this scool and they did great
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