For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 60 students in 57216, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in 57216, SD is Big Stone City Elementary - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 57216 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 57216, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public preschool average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best 57216, SD Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Stone City Elementary - 01
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
655 Walnut St
Big Stone City, SD 57216
(605) 862-8108
Big Stone City, SD 57216
(605) 862-8108
Gr: PK-5 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 57216, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 57216, SD include Big Stone City Elementary - 01.
How many public preschools are located in 57216?
1 public preschools are located in 57216.
What is the racial composition of students in 57216?
57216 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public preschools average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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