For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 182 students in Mount Vernon, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Mount Vernon, SD are Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 and Mount Vernon Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mount Vernon, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mount Vernon have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Mount Vernon, SD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 N Main
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Grades: 6-8
| 57 students
Rank: #22.
Mount Vernon Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 N Main
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Grades: PK-5
| 125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Mount Vernon, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Mount Vernon, SD include Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 and Mount Vernon Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mount Vernon, SD?
2 public elementary schools are located in Mount Vernon, SD.
What is the racial composition of students in Mount Vernon, SD?
Mount Vernon, SD public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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