For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 453 students in 57053, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57053, SD are Parker Jr. High - 03, Parker Elementary - 02 and Parker High School - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57053 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57053, SD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best 57053, SD Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parker Jr. High - 03
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
335 W 1st St
Parker, SD 57053
(605) 297-3456
Parker, SD 57053
(605) 297-3456
Gr: 7-8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Parker Elementary - 02
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
335 W 1st St
Parker, SD 57053
(605) 297-3237
Parker, SD 57053
(605) 297-3237
Gr: PK-6 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Parker High School - 01
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
335 W 1st St
Parker, SD 57053
(605) 297-3456
Parker, SD 57053
(605) 297-3456
Gr: 9-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57053, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57053, SD include Parker Jr. High - 03, Parker Elementary - 02 and Parker High School - 01.
How many public schools are located in 57053?
3 public schools are located in 57053.
What is the racial composition of students in 57053?
57053 public schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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