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Discovery Elementary - 26

1506 S Discovery Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57106

Top 10% School in South Dakota

Ranked 17 of 118 in South Dakota

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Discovery Elementary - 26

1506 S Discovery Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57106

Top 10% School in South Dakota

Ranked 17 of 118 in South Dakota

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About Discovery Elementary - 26

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 60%
Reading 59%
State average proficiency is 60% in Math and 59% in Reading.
49
Full-time Teachers
17 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
867
Total Students
$60066
Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 79.35%
Asian 1.27%
Hispanic 6.46%
Black 6.81%
Two+ Races 4.27%
Native Am. 1.73%
White
79.35%
Asian
1.27%
Hispanic
6.46%
Black
6.81%
Two+ Races
4.27%
Native Am.
1.73%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 867
49.48%
429 Female
50.52%
438 Male

Student Population

867 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

578 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Discovery Elementary - 26 Contact Information

Address

1506 S Discovery Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57106

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Phone

(605) 362-3530

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TOP 17 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Discovery Elementary - 26

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 2:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

After the recent Fall Dance at Discovery Elementary, the school is buzzing with energy. The event was full of costumes, music, games, candy, and community spirit. Parents were happy to help out, and with their help, the dance became a happy party. Kids waddled in bright, kid-friendly costumes, laughed, danced, and made memories that will last long after the school year is over. The event was more than just a fun night; it showed how much Discovery means to everyone and how close they are. Families, staff, and kids all came together, showing that the school is not just a place to learn; it's also a place to celebrate, connect, and grow.

FAQ

Q1. How does Discovery Elementary School teach?

Ans. Discovery Elementary focuses on experiential learning and promotes curiosity through hands-on activities.

Q2. Do you have music and arts classes?

Ans. Yes, music, visual arts, and performance programs are an important part of going to school.

Q3. How does social-emotional learning fit in?

Ans. Lessons teach how to work together, understand others, and solve problems.

Q4. Does the school help students with different learning needs?

Ans. Personalized teaching and support programs help students with different levels of skill.

Q5. How does Discovery Elementary School get families involved?

Ans. Family events, volunteering, and talking to each other often all help build strong connections between home and school.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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