For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 350 students in 57754, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57754, SD are Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 and Lead-deadwood High School - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57754 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57754, SD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best 57754, SD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
234 S Main St
Lead, SD 57754
(605) 717-3898
Lead, SD 57754
(605) 717-3898
Gr: 6-8 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Lead-deadwood High School - 01
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
320 S Main St
Lead, SD 57754
(605) 717-3899
Lead, SD 57754
(605) 717-3899
Gr: 9-12 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57754, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57754, SD include Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 and Lead-deadwood High School - 01.
How many public schools are located in 57754?
2 public schools are located in 57754.
What is the racial composition of students in 57754?
57754 public schools minority enrollment is 17% 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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