For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 154 students in Chester, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in Chester, SD is Chester Elementary -02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chester, SD public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in Chester have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 Chester, SD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chester Elementary -02
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
102 2nd Ave
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Gr: PK-5 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Chester, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in Chester, SD include Chester Elementary -02.
How many public preschools are located in Chester?
1 public preschools are located in Chester.
What is the racial composition of students in Chester?
Chester public preschools minority enrollment is 5% 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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