For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 144 students in 57754, SD.
The top ranked public middle school in 57754, SD is Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 57754 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 57754, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).
Best 57754, SD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
234 S Main St
Lead, SD 57754
(605) 717-3898
Lead, SD 57754
(605) 717-3898
Grades: 6-8
| 144 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 57754, SD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 57754, SD include Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02.
How many public middle schools are located in 57754?
1 public middle schools are located in 57754.
What is the racial composition of students in 57754?
57754 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).
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