Best 57223 South Dakota Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 93 students in 57223, SD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 57223, SD are Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 and Castlewood Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 57223 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 57223, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).

Best 57223, SD Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Claremont Colony Elementary - 04
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
46271 184th St
Castlewood, SD 57223
(605) 793-2497
Gr: K-8 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Castlewood Middle School - 03
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
310 E Harry St
Castlewood, SD 57223
(605) 793-2497
Gr: 6-8 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 57223, SD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 57223, SD include Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 and Castlewood Middle School - 03.
How many public middle schools are located in 57223?
2 public middle schools are located in 57223.
What is the racial composition of students in 57223?
57223 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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