For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 615 students in Chamberlain, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Chamberlain, SD are Chamberlain Elementary - 03 and Chamberlain Jr. High - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chamberlain, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Chamberlain have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Chamberlain, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chamberlain Elementary - 03
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Sorensen Dr
Chamberlain, SD 57325
(605) 234-4460
Chamberlain, SD 57325
(605) 234-4460
Gr: K-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Chamberlain Jr. High - 02
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Sorensen Dr
Chamberlain, SD 57325
(605) 234-4467
Chamberlain, SD 57325
(605) 234-4467
Gr: 6-8 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Chamberlain, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Chamberlain, SD include Chamberlain Elementary - 03 and Chamberlain Jr. High - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Chamberlain?
2 public elementary schools are located in Chamberlain.
What is the racial composition of students in Chamberlain?
Chamberlain public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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