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Best Chester Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 108 students in Chester, SD.

The top-ranked public middle schools in Chester, SD are Chester Middle School - 03 and Rustic Acres Elementary - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Chester, SD public middle schools have an score of 41% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Chester have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public middle schools.

Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).

Best Public Middle Schools in Chester, SD (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Chester Middle School - 03

(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
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102 2nd Ave
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411

Gr: 6-8 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%

Rank: #22.

Rustic Acres Elementary - 04

(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
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24243 456th Ave
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411

Gr: K-8 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Chester, SD?

The top-ranked public middle schools in Chester, SD include Chester Middle School - 03 and Rustic Acres Elementary - 04.

How many public middle schools are located in Chester?

2 public middle schools are located in Chester.

What is the racial composition of students in Chester?

Chester public middle schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).