For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 179 students in 57212, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 57212, SD is Arlington Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57212 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57212, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57212, SD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arlington Elementary - 02
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
306 S Main St
Arlington, SD 57212
(605) 983-5741
Arlington, SD 57212
(605) 983-5741
Gr: K-6 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
21727 452nd Ave
Arlington, SD 57212
(605) 482-8244
Arlington, SD 57212
(605) 482-8244
Gr: K-8 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
57212, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
21727 452nd Ave
Arlington, SD 57212
(605) 482-8244
Arlington, SD 57212
(605) 482-8244
Gr: K-8 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
21727 452nd Ave
Arlington, SD 57212
(605) 482-8244
Arlington, SD 57212
(605) 482-8244
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 57212, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57212, SD include Arlington Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57212?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57212.
What is the racial composition of students in 57212?
57212 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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