Best 57212 South Dakota Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 65 students in 57212, SD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 57212, SD is Arlington Jr. High - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 57212 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 57212, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).

Best 57212, SD Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arlington Jr. High - 03
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
306 S Main St
Arlington, SD 57212
(605) 983-5598
Gr: 7-8 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
21727 452nd Ave
Arlington, SD 57212
(605) 482-8244
Gr: K-8 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 57212 South Dakota

57212, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
21727 452nd Ave
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
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 57212, SD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 57212, SD include Arlington Jr. High - 03.
How many public middle schools are located in 57212?
2 public middle schools are located in 57212.
What is the racial composition of students in 57212?
57212 public middle schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).

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