For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 85 students in 57642, SD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 57642, SD is Mclaughlin Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 57642 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 57642, SD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).
Best 57642, SD Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mclaughlin Middle School - 03
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
701 Main
Mc Laughlin, SD 57642
(605) 823-4484
Mc Laughlin, SD 57642
(605) 823-4484
Gr: 6-8 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 57642, SD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 57642, SD include Mclaughlin Middle School - 03.
How many public middle schools are located in 57642?
1 public middle schools are located in 57642.
What is the racial composition of students in 57642?
57642 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).
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