For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 124 students in 57461, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in 57461, SD is Northwestern Elementary - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 57461 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Pre schools in 57461, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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 57461, SD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Elementary - 04
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 57461, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 57461, SD include Northwestern Elementary - 04.
How many public preschools are located in 57461?
1 public preschools are located in 57461.
What is the racial composition of students in 57461?
57461 public preschools minority enrollment is 6% 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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