For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 54 students in 57456, SD.
The top ranked public high school in 57456, SD is Leola High School - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 57456 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Dakota public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 63% statewide average). High schools in 57456, SD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public high schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public high school average of 35% (majority American Indian).
Best 57456, SD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leola High School - 01
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
820 Leola Ave
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Grades: 9-12
| 41 students
Rank: n/an/a
Leola Alternative School - 07
Alternative School
820 Leola Ave
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3142
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3142
Grades: 9-12
| 13 students
57456, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 350
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Grades: PK-6
| 69 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 57456, SD?
The top ranked public high schools in 57456, SD include Leola High School - 01.
How many public high schools are located in 57456?
2 public high schools are located in 57456.
What is the racial composition of students in 57456?
57456 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public high schools average of 35% (majority American Indian).
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