FREEDOM ELEMENTARY - 06
Freedom Elementary - 06 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harrisburg School District 41-2 school district, located in Harrisburg, SD with about 442 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, Freedom Elementary - 06 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
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.
For more information, contact Freedom Elementary - 06 at (605) 743-2567 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Harrisburg, SD 57032
(605) 743-2567
FREEDOM ELEMENTARY - 06 is a public Title I school in Harrisburg, SD with about 442 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Dakota
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Harrisburg School District 41-2
- Total Students:
- 442
- Teachers:
- 30.67
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 442 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending FREEDOM ELEMENTARY - 06 is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.
- White
- 91.6%
- Two or more races
- 4.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.7%
- Black or African American
- 0.7%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.6%
- Male
- 48.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.