For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 209 students in Estelline, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Estelline, SD are Estelline Middle School - 03 and Estelline Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Estelline, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Estelline have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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 Estelline, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Estelline Middle School - 03
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
708 Davis Ave
Estelline, SD 57234
(605) 873-2201
Estelline, SD 57234
(605) 873-2201
Gr: 6-8 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Estelline Elementary - 02
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
404 6th St N
Estelline, SD 57234
(605) 873-2201
Estelline, SD 57234
(605) 873-2201
Gr: PK-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Estelline, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Estelline, SD include Estelline Middle School - 03 and Estelline Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Estelline?
2 public elementary schools are located in Estelline.
What is the racial composition of students in Estelline?
Estelline public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% 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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