Best 57026 South Dakota Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 109 students in 57026, SD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 57026, SD are Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 and Elkton Jr. High - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 57026 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 57026, SD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).

Best 57026, SD Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newdale Colony Elementary - 04
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
21336 484th Ave
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Gr: K-8 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
Rank: #22.
Elkton Jr. High - 03
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
508 Buffalo St
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Gr: 7-8 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 57026, SD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 57026, SD include Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 and Elkton Jr. High - 03.
How many public middle schools are located in 57026?
2 public middle schools are located in 57026.
What is the racial composition of students in 57026?
57026 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).

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