For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 152 students in 57461, SD.
The top ranked public high schools in 57461, SD are Northwestern High School - 01 and Isucceed - 92. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 57461 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the South Dakota public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 63% statewide average). High schools in 57461, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 57461 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the South Dakota average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northwestern High School - 01, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Dakota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public high school average of 35% (majority American Indian).
Best 57461, SD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern High School - 01
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Gr: 9-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Isucceed - 92
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Gr: 9-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 64:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 57461, SD?
The top ranked public high schools in 57461, SD include Northwestern High School - 01 and Isucceed - 92.
How many public high schools are located in 57461?
2 public high schools are located in 57461.
What is the racial composition of students in 57461?
57461 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public high schools average of 35% (majority American Indian).
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