Freedom Elementary - 06

1101 Tom Sawyer Trl
Harrisburg, SD 57032

442 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Freedom Elementary, located in Harrisburg, South Dakota, serves as a primary educational hub within the Harrisburg School District (District 41-2). Situated at 1101 Tom Sawyer Trail, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for its young students. As part of a rapidly growing school district, Freedom Elementary places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, character development, and creating a sense of community among students, staff, and families.

The school’s mission aligns with the broader goals of the Harrisburg district, which prioritize student-centered instruction and the integration of modern educational tools. By utilizing its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with parents and the community, offering resources on curriculum, school events, and district policies. Through its commitment to a well-rounded education, Freedom Elementary aims to prepare its students for future academic success while cultivating a positive and inclusive school culture.

442

Total Students

32.3

Full-Time Teachers

13.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Freedom Elementary - 06
Demographic	Student Count
White	357
Hispanic	36
Black	15
Asian	2
Two or More	21
American Indian	10
Pacific Islander	1

White
357 (80.8%)
Hispanic
36 (8.1%)
Two or More
21 (4.8%)
Black
15 (3.4%)
American Indian
10 (2.3%)
Asian
2 (0.5%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Harrisburg School District 41-2
Phone:	(605)743-2567
Website:	http://www.harrisburgdistrict41-2.org/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	442
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	32.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	67
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	36

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 99

Grade 1 84

Grade 2 67

Grade 3 65

Grade 4 61

Grade 5 66