For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 57 students in 57456, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in 57456, SD is Leola Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 57456 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 57456, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public preschool average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best 57456, SD Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leola Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
820 Leola Ave
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Gr: PK-5 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
57456, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 350
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Gr: PK-6 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 57456, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 57456, SD include Leola Elementary - 02.
How many public preschools are located in 57456?
1 public preschools are located in 57456.
What is the racial composition of students in 57456?
57456 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public preschools average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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