For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 139 students in 57234, SD (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 57234, SD are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 57234, SD are Estelline Middle School - 03 and Estelline High School - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57234 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57234, SD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best 57234, SD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Estelline Middle School - 03
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
708 Davis Ave
Estelline, SD 57234
(605) 873-2201
Estelline, SD 57234
(605) 873-2201
Grades: 6-8
| 53 students
Rank: #22.
Estelline High School - 01
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
708 Davis Ave
Estelline, SD 57234
(605) 873-2201
Estelline, SD 57234
(605) 873-2201
Grades: 9-12
| 86 students
57234, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
404 6th St N
Estelline, SD 57234
(605) 873-2201
Estelline, SD 57234
(605) 873-2201
Grades: PK-5
| 136 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 57234, SD?
The top ranked public schools in 57234, SD include Estelline Middle School - 03 and Estelline High School - 01.
How many public schools are located in 57234?
2 public schools are located in 57234.
What percentage of students in 57234 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 57234 are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 57234?
57234 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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