For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 182 students in 57334, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57334, SD are Ethan Elementary - 02 and New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57334 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57334, SD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57334, SD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ethan Elementary - 02
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
320 S 2nd St
Ethan, SD 57334
(605) 227-4211
Ethan, SD 57334
(605) 227-4211
Grades: PK-6
| 161 students
Rank: #22.
New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
41844 269th St
Ethan, SD 57334
(605) 928-3040
Ethan, SD 57334
(605) 928-3040
Grades: PK-8
| 21 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57334, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57334, SD include Ethan Elementary - 02 and New Elm Spring Colony Elementary - 08.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57334?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57334.
What is the racial composition of students in 57334?
57334 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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