Best 57231 South Dakota Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 178 students in 57231, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in 57231, SD is Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 57231 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Pre schools in 57231, SD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public preschool average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Best 57231, SD Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
407 Ingalls Ave Sw
De Smet, SD 57231
(605) 854-3963
Gr: PK-5 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 57231, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 57231, SD include Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02.
How many public preschools are located in 57231?
1 public preschools are located in 57231.
What is the racial composition of students in 57231?
57231 public preschools minority enrollment is 7% 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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