For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,995 students in 57005, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57005, SD are Robert Bennis Elementary - 05, Brandon Elementary - 03 and Brandon Valley Intermediate - 07. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57005 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57005, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 35% (majority American Indian).
Best 57005, SD Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robert Bennis Elementary - 05
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2001 S Sioux Blvd
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-8010
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-8010
Grades: K-4
| 556 students
Rank: #22.
Brandon Elementary - 03
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
501 Holly Blvd
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6315
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6315
Grades: PK-4
| 701 students
Rank: #33.
Brandon Valley Intermediate - 07
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 W Park St
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6035
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6035
Grades: 5-6
| 728 students
Rank: #44.
Brandon Valley Distance Learning Academy Elementary - 94
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 W Park St
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6035
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6035
Grades: K-4
| 7 students
Rank: n/an/a
201 W Park St
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6035
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6035
Grades: 5-6
| 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57005, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57005, SD include Robert Bennis Elementary - 05, Brandon Elementary - 03 and Brandon Valley Intermediate - 07.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57005?
5 public elementary schools are located in 57005.
What is the racial composition of students in 57005?
57005 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 35% (majority American Indian).
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