For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 140 students in Castlewood, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in Castlewood, SD is Castlewood Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Castlewood, SD public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in Castlewood have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public preschool average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Castlewood, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Castlewood Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 E Harry St
Castlewood, SD 57223
(605) 793-2497
Castlewood, SD 57223
(605) 793-2497
Gr: PK-5 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Castlewood, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in Castlewood, SD include Castlewood Elementary - 02.
How many public preschools are located in Castlewood?
1 public preschools are located in Castlewood.
What is the racial composition of students in Castlewood?
Castlewood public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public preschools average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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