For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,049 students in 57501, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57501, SD are Buchanan Elementary - 03, Kennedy Elementary - 08 and Jefferson Elementary - 06. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57501 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57501, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 35% (majority American Indian).
Best 57501, SD Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buchanan Elementary - 03
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 N Buchanan Ave
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7310
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7310
Grades: K-5
| 418 students
Rank: #22.
Kennedy Elementary - 08
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2306 Brookstone Loop
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7370
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7370
Grades: K-5
| 388 students
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Elementary - 06
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 N Poplar Ave
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7320
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7320
Grades: K-5
| 430 students
Rank: #44.
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
309 E Capitol Ave
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7330
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7330
Grades: 6-8
| 684 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pierre Indian Learning Center
Magnet School
3001 East Sully Avenue
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 224-8661
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 224-8661
Grades: 1-8
| 129 students
57501, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
716 E Dakota Ave
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7380
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7380
Grades: K-5
| 136 students
18800 Sd Hwy 1804
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 258-2180
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 258-2180
Grades: K-8
| 5 students
716 E Dakota
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7380
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7380
Grades: K-8
| 7 students
106 S Monroe Ave
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7370
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-7370
Grades: K-5
| 264 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57501, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57501, SD include Buchanan Elementary - 03, Kennedy Elementary - 08 and Jefferson Elementary - 06.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57501?
5 public elementary schools are located in 57501.
What is the racial composition of students in 57501?
57501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 35% (majority American Indian).
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