For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 462 students in 57451, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57451, SD are Ipswich Elementary - 02, Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 and Ipswich Middle School - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57451 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57451, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best 57451, SD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ipswich Elementary - 02
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
510 2nd Ave
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Gr: PK-5 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35955 139th St
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Gr: PK-8 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1
Rank: #33.
Ipswich Middle School - 04
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
510 2nd Ave
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6571
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6571
Gr: 6-8 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12434 364th Ave
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Gr: PK-8 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #55.
Ipswich High School - 01
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
510 2nd Ave
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6571
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6571
Gr: 9-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #66.
Rosette Colony Elementary - 03
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12465 359th Ave
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Gr: PK-8 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: n/an/a
510 2nd Ave
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6571
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6571
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57451, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57451, SD include Ipswich Elementary - 02, Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 and Ipswich Middle School - 04.
How many public schools are located in 57451?
7 public schools are located in 57451.
What is the racial composition of students in 57451?
57451 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 34% (majority American Indian).
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