For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 457 students in 57018, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57018, SD are Tri-valley Elementary In Colton - 02 and Tri-valley Intermediate School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57018 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57018, SD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57018, SD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tri-valley Elementary In Colton - 02
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
46450 252nd St
Colton, SD 57018
(605) 446-3538
Colton, SD 57018
(605) 446-3538
Gr: K-4 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Tri-valley Intermediate School - 03
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
46450 252nd St
Colton, SD 57018
(605) 446-3538
Colton, SD 57018
(605) 446-3538
Gr: 5-8 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 57018, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57018, SD include Tri-valley Elementary In Colton - 02 and Tri-valley Intermediate School - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57018?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57018.
What is the racial composition of students in 57018?
57018 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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