For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 245 students in 57231, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57231, SD are Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02 and De Smet Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57231 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57231, SD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 35% (majority American Indian).
Best 57231, SD Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
407 Ingalls Ave Sw
De Smet, SD 57231
(605) 854-3963
De Smet, SD 57231
(605) 854-3963
Grades: PK-5
| 163 students
Rank: #22.
De Smet Middle School - 03
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
405 3rd St Sw
De Smet, SD 57231
(605) 854-3423
De Smet, SD 57231
(605) 854-3423
Grades: 6-8
| 82 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57231, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57231, SD include Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02 and De Smet Middle School - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57231?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57231.
What is the racial composition of students in 57231?
57231 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 35% (majority American Indian).
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