For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 420 students in 57026, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57026, SD are Newdale Colony Elementary - 04, Elkton Jr. High - 03 and Elkton High School - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57026 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57026, SD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best 57026, SD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newdale Colony Elementary - 04
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21336 484th Ave
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Gr: K-8 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1
Rank: #22.
Elkton Jr. High - 03
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
508 Buffalo St
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Gr: 7-8 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Elkton High School - 01
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
508 Buffalo St
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Elkton Elementary - 02
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
508 Buffalo St
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Gr: PK-6 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57026, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57026, SD include Newdale Colony Elementary - 04, Elkton Jr. High - 03 and Elkton High School - 01.
How many public schools are located in 57026?
4 public schools are located in 57026.
What is the racial composition of students in 57026?
57026 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 34% (majority American Indian).
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