For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 209 students in Canistota, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Canistota, SD are Canistota Elementary - 02 and Canistota Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canistota, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Canistota have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Canistota, SD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canistota Elementary - 02
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
431 4th Ave
Canistota, SD 57012
(605) 296-3458
Canistota, SD 57012
(605) 296-3458
Gr: PK-5 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Canistota Middle School - 03
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
431 4th Ave
Canistota, SD 57012
(605) 296-3458
Canistota, SD 57012
(605) 296-3458
Gr: 6-8 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Canistota, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Canistota, SD include Canistota Elementary - 02 and Canistota Middle School - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in Canistota?
2 public elementary schools are located in Canistota.
What is the racial composition of students in Canistota?
Canistota public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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