For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 133 students in Murdo, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Murdo, SD are Jones County Middle School - 04 and Jones County Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Murdo, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Murdo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 35% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Murdo, SD (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jones County Middle School - 04
Magnet School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
404 Jackson Ave
Murdo, SD 57559
(605) 669-2258
Murdo, SD 57559
(605) 669-2258
Grades: 5-8
| 54 students
Rank: #22.
Jones County Elementary - 02
Magnet School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
305 Jefferson Ave
Murdo, SD 57559
(605) 669-2297
Murdo, SD 57559
(605) 669-2297
Grades: K-4
| 79 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Murdo, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Murdo, SD include Jones County Middle School - 04 and Jones County Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Murdo?
2 public elementary schools are located in Murdo.
What is the racial composition of students in Murdo?
Murdo public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 35% (majority American Indian).
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