For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 279 students in Chester, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Chester, SD are Chester Middle School - 03, Chester Elementary -02 and Rustic Acres Elementary - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chester, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in Chester have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Chester, SD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chester Middle School - 03
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
102 2nd Ave
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Grades: 6-8
| 87 students
Rank: #22.
Chester Elementary -02
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
102 2nd Ave
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Grades: PK-5
| 158 students
Rank: #33.
Rustic Acres Elementary - 04
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24243 456th Ave
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Grades: K-8
| 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Chester, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Chester, SD include Chester Middle School - 03, Chester Elementary -02 and Rustic Acres Elementary - 04.
How many public elementary schools are located in Chester, SD?
3 public elementary schools are located in Chester, SD.
What is the racial composition of students in Chester, SD?
Chester, SD public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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