For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 373 students in 57226, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57226, SD are Clear Lake Elementary - 02 and Clear Lake Middle School - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57226 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57226, SD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best 57226, SD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clear Lake Elementary - 02
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
410 5th St W
Clear Lake, SD 57226
(605) 874-2162
Clear Lake, SD 57226
(605) 874-2162
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Clear Lake Middle School - 04
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
410 5th St W
Clear Lake, SD 57226
(605) 874-2162
Clear Lake, SD 57226
(605) 874-2162
Gr: 6-8 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
57226, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
410 5th St W
Clear Lake, SD 57226
(605) 874-2163
Clear Lake, SD 57226
(605) 874-2163
Gr: 9-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57226, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57226, SD include Clear Lake Elementary - 02 and Clear Lake Middle School - 04.
How many public schools are located in 57226?
2 public schools are located in 57226.
What is the racial composition of students in 57226?
57226 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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