For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,036 students in Yankton, SD (there are 4 private schools, serving 634 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Yankton, SD are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Yankton, SD are Stewart Elementary - 05, Yankton High School - 01 and Beadle Elementary - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Yankton, SD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Yankton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 32% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Yankton, SD (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stewart Elementary - 05
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
208 W 21st St
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-5765
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-5765
Grades: K-5
| 278 students
Rank: #22.
Yankton High School - 01
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1801 Summit St
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-2073
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-2073
Grades: 9-12
| 942 students
Rank: #33.
Beadle Elementary - 03
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1214 Mulberry St
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-2282
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-2282
Grades: K-5
| 404 students
Rank: #44.
Yankton Middle School - 02
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Mulberry St
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-2419
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-2419
Grades: 6-8
| 606 students
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Elementary - 04
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
815 Locust St
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-7392
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-7392
Grades: K-5
| 410 students
Rank: #66.
Webster Elementary - 06
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
317 E 7th St
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-2484
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-2484
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Yankton, SD?
The top ranked public schools in Yankton, SD include Stewart Elementary - 05, Yankton High School - 01 and Beadle Elementary - 03.
How many public schools are located in Yankton?
6 public schools are located in Yankton.
What percentage of students in Yankton go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Yankton are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Yankton?
Yankton public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 32% (majority American Indian).
Which public schools in Yankton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Yankton include: Stewart Elementary - 05 vs. Beadle Elementary - 03
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.