For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 222 students in Highmore, SD.
The top ranked public schools in Highmore, SD are Highmore Elementary - 02, Highmore Jr. High - 03 and Highmore High School - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highmore, SD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Highmore have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 32% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Highmore, SD (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highmore Elementary - 02
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
415 Iowa Ave S
Highmore, SD 57345
(605) 852-2276
Highmore, SD 57345
(605) 852-2276
Grades: PK-6
| 130 students
Rank: #22.
Highmore Jr. High - 03
Magnet School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
415 Iowa Ave S
Highmore, SD 57345
(605) 852-2275
Highmore, SD 57345
(605) 852-2275
Grades: 7-8
| 35 students
Rank: #33.
Highmore High School - 01
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 Iowa Ave S
Highmore, SD 57345
(605) 852-2275
Highmore, SD 57345
(605) 852-2275
Grades: 9-12
| 57 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Highmore, SD?
The top ranked public schools in Highmore, SD include Highmore Elementary - 02, Highmore Jr. High - 03 and Highmore High School - 01.
How many public schools are located in Highmore?
3 public schools are located in Highmore.
What is the racial composition of students in Highmore?
Highmore public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 32% (majority American Indian).
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