Best 57043 South Dakota Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 208 students in 57043, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57043, SD are Marion Elementary - 02, Marion High School - 01 and Marion Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57043 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57043, SD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).

Best 57043, SD Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Elementary - 02
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
100 S Cedar St
Marion, SD 57043
(605) 648-3615
Gr: PK-5 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Marion High School - 01
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
100 S Cedar St
Marion, SD 57043
(605) 648-3615
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Marion Middle School - 03
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
100 S Cedar St
Marion, SD 57043
(605) 648-3615
Gr: 6-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 57043, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57043, SD include Marion Elementary - 02, Marion High School - 01 and Marion Middle School - 03.
How many public schools are located in 57043?
3 public schools are located in 57043.
What is the racial composition of students in 57043?
57043 public schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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