Best Elk Point Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 472 students in Elk Point, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Elk Point, SD are Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03 and Elk Point-jefferson Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elk Point, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Elk Point have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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 Elk Point, SD (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
402 S Douglas St
Elk Point, SD 57025
(605) 356-5901
Gr: 6-8 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Elk Point-jefferson Elementary - 02
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
500 S Franklin St
Elk Point, SD 57025
(605) 356-5801
Gr: K-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Elk Point, South Dakota

Elk Point, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 578
Elk Point, SD 57025
(605) 356-5901
Gr: 9-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Elk Point, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Elk Point, SD include Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03 and Elk Point-jefferson Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Elk Point?
2 public elementary schools are located in Elk Point.
What is the racial composition of students in Elk Point?
Elk Point public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).

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