For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 450 students in Colton, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Colton, 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.
Colton, 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 48% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Colton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Colton, SD (2026-27)
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: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Colton, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Colton, SD include Tri-valley Elementary In Colton - 02 and Tri-valley Intermediate School - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in Colton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Colton.
What is the racial composition of students in Colton?
Colton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Which public elementary schools in Colton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Colton include: Tri-valley Elementary In Colton - 02 vs. Tri-valley Intermediate School - 03
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