For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 332 students in 57451, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57451, SD are Ipswich Elementary - 02, Ipswich Middle School - 04 and Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57451 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57451, SD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57451, SD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ipswich Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 2nd Ave
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Grades: PK-5
| 177 students
Rank: #22.
Ipswich Middle School - 04
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 2nd Ave
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6571
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6571
Grades: 6-8
| 79 students
Rank: #33.
Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35955 139th St
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Grades: PK-8
| 31 students
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
Grades: PK-8
| 22 students
Rank: #55.
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
Grades: PK-8
| 23 students
57451, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 306
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Ipswich, SD 57451
(605) 426-6832
Grades: PK-6
| 140 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57451, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57451, SD include Ipswich Elementary - 02, Ipswich Middle School - 04 and Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57451?
5 public elementary schools are located in 57451.
What is the racial composition of students in 57451?
57451 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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