For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 267 students in Newell, SD.
The top ranked public schools in Newell, SD are Newell High School - 01, Newell Middle School - 04 and Newell Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newell, SD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Newell have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Newell, SD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newell High School - 01
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 Dartmouth Ave
Newell, SD 57760
(605) 456-0102
Newell, SD 57760
(605) 456-0102
Grades: 9-12
| 78 students
Rank: #22.
Newell Middle School - 04
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 Dartmouth Ave
Newell, SD 57760
(605) 456-0102
Newell, SD 57760
(605) 456-0102
Grades: 6-8
| 55 students
Rank: #33.
Newell Elementary - 02
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 Dartmouth Ave
Newell, SD 57760
(605) 456-0102
Newell, SD 57760
(605) 456-0102
Grades: PK-5
| 134 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Newell, SD?
The top ranked public schools in Newell, SD include Newell High School - 01, Newell Middle School - 04 and Newell Elementary - 02.
How many public schools are located in Newell, SD?
3 public schools are located in Newell, SD.
What is the racial composition of students in Newell, SD?
Newell, SD public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 31% (majority American Indian).
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