Serving 662 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54's student population of 662 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Motto
'Educate and prepare each student to succeed in a changing world'
School Rankings
Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 is 0.53, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
13%
3%
White
67%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54's ranking?
Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 is ranked #160 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 often compared to?
Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54is often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne Elementary - 56 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54?
662 students attend Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54?
Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 offer ?
Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 part of?
Harvey Dunn Elementary - 54 is part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5.
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