For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 77 students in 57314, SD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 57314, SD are Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 and Upland Colony Elementary - 05. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 57314 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 57314, SD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).
Best 57314, SD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
40405 Sd Hwy 34
Artesian, SD 57314
(605) 495-4183
Artesian, SD 57314
(605) 495-4183
Gr: 6-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Upland Colony Elementary - 05
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24221 412th Ave
Artesian, SD 57314
(605) 495-4183
Artesian, SD 57314
(605) 495-4183
Gr: K-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 57314, SD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 57314, SD include Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 and Upland Colony Elementary - 05.
How many public middle schools are located in 57314?
2 public middle schools are located in 57314.
What is the racial composition of students in 57314?
57314 public middle schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).
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