For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 75 students in Valley Springs, SD.
The top ranked public school in Valley Springs, SD is Valley Springs Elementary - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valley Springs, SD public school have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Valley Springs have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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 Valley Springs, SD (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valley Springs Elementary - 04
Magnet School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 Valley Dr
Valley Springs, SD 57068
(605) 757-6285
Valley Springs, SD 57068
(605) 757-6285
Grades: K-4
| 75 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Valley Springs, SD?
The top ranked public schools in Valley Springs, SD include Valley Springs Elementary - 04.
How many public schools are located in Valley Springs?
1 public schools are located in Valley Springs.
What is the racial composition of students in Valley Springs?
Valley Springs public schools minority enrollment is 17% 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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