For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 320 students in 57461, SD.
The top ranked public schools in 57461, SD are Northwestern High School - 01, Northwestern Elementary - 04 and Northwestern Middle School - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57461 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 57461, SD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Best 57461, SD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwestern High School - 01
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Grades: 9-12
| 98 students
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Elementary - 04
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Grades: PK-5
| 115 students
Rank: #33.
Northwestern Middle School - 02
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Grades: 6-8
| 73 students
Rank: #44.
Isucceed - 92
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Grades: 9-12
| 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 57461, SD?
The top ranked public schools in 57461, SD include Northwestern High School - 01, Northwestern Elementary - 04 and Northwestern Middle School - 02.
How many public schools are located in 57461, SD?
4 public schools are located in 57461, SD.
What is the racial composition of students in 57461, SD?
57461, SD public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 31% (majority American Indian).
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