For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 422 students in 57445, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57445, SD are Groton Area Middle School - 04 and Groton Area Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57445 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57445, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best 57445, SD Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Groton Area Middle School - 04
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
502 N 2nd St
Groton, SD 57445
(605) 397-8381
Groton, SD 57445
(605) 397-8381
Grades: 6-8
| 136 students
Rank: #22.
Groton Area Elementary - 02
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
810 N 1st St
Groton, SD 57445
(605) 397-2317
Groton, SD 57445
(605) 397-2317
Grades: PK-5
| 286 students
57445, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 410
Groton, SD 57445
(605) 397-8381
Groton, SD 57445
(605) 397-8381
Grades: PK-8
| 7 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57445, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57445, SD include Groton Area Middle School - 04 and Groton Area Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57445, SD?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57445, SD.
What is the racial composition of students in 57445, SD?
57445, SD public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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