For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 177 students in Newell, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Newell, SD are Newell Elementary - 02 and Newell Middle School - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newell, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Newell have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Newell, SD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newell Elementary - 02
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 Dartmouth Ave
Newell, SD 57760
(605) 456-0102
Newell, SD 57760
(605) 456-0102
Grades: PK-5
| 125 students
Rank: #22.
Newell Middle School - 04
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 Dartmouth Ave
Newell, SD 57760
(605) 456-0102
Newell, SD 57760
(605) 456-0102
Grades: 6-8
| 52 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Newell, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Newell, SD include Newell Elementary - 02 and Newell Middle School - 04.
How many public elementary schools are located in Newell?
2 public elementary schools are located in Newell.
What is the racial composition of students in Newell?
Newell public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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