For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 72 students in Faith, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Faith, SD is Faith Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Faith, SD public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Faith have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Faith, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Faith Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
206 W 5th St
Faith, SD 57626
(605) 967-2152
Faith, SD 57626
(605) 967-2152
Gr: K-6 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Faith, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
206 W 5th St
Faith, SD 57626
(605) 967-2152
Faith, SD 57626
(605) 967-2152
Gr: PK | 4 students Minority enrollment: 25%
17291 Us Hwy 212
Faith, SD 57626
(605) 967-2152
Faith, SD 57626
(605) 967-2152
Gr: K-8 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Faith, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Faith, SD include Faith Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Faith?
1 public elementary schools are located in Faith.
What is the racial composition of students in Faith?
Faith public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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