For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 725 students in 57716, SD.
The top-ranked public school in 57716, SD is Lakota Tech High School - 10. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57716 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57716, SD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best 57716, SD Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakota Tech High School - 10
Vocational School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
206 School St
Batesland, SD 57716
(605) 455-6697
Batesland, SD 57716
(605) 455-6697
Gr: 9-12 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57716, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57716, SD include Lakota Tech High School - 10.
How many public schools are located in 57716?
4 public schools are located in 57716.
What is the racial composition of students in 57716?
57716 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public schools average of 34% (majority American Indian).
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