GEORGE MCGOVERN MIDDLE SCHOOL -09

George McGovern Middle School -09 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Sioux Falls School District 49-5 school district, located in Sioux Falls, SD with about 810 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 61 teachers, George McGovern Middle School -09 has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

George McGovern Middle School, located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, serves as a key educational institution within the Sioux Falls School District. Named after the prominent South Dakota politician and former U.S. Senator, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for students in the middle school grades. The campus emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum designed to prepare students for the academic challenges of high school while promoting social and personal development during their formative adolescent years.

In addition to its core academic programs, the school encourages student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs. By leveraging resources provided by the broader Sioux Falls School District, George McGovern Middle School focuses on integrating technology and modern pedagogical strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The school serves as a central hub for the local community, striving to instill the values of citizenship and academic excellence in all of its students.

For more information, contact George McGovern Middle School -09 at (605) 367-4440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.