For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 105 students in 57030, SD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 57030, SD is Garretson Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 57030 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 57030, SD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).
Best 57030, SD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garretson Middle School - 03
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
505 2nd St
Garretson, SD 57030
(605) 594-3452
Garretson, SD 57030
(605) 594-3452
Gr: 6-8 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 57030, SD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 57030, SD include Garretson Middle School - 03.
How many public middle schools are located in 57030?
1 public middle schools are located in 57030.
What is the racial composition of students in 57030?
57030 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% 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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