For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 354 students in 57745, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57745, SD are Hill City Middle School - 04 and Hill City Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57745 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57745, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57745, SD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hill City Middle School - 04
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
341 Main St
Hill City, SD 57745
(605) 574-3025
Hill City, SD 57745
(605) 574-3025
Gr: 6-8 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Hill City Elementary - 02
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
341 Main St
Hill City, SD 57745
(605) 574-3015
Hill City, SD 57745
(605) 574-3015
Gr: PK-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57745, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57745, SD include Hill City Middle School - 04 and Hill City Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57745?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57745.
What is the racial composition of students in 57745?
57745 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% 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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