For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 946 students in 57769, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57769, SD are Piedmont Valley Elementary - 05 and Stagebarn Middle School - 10. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57769 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57769, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best 57769, SD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Piedmont Valley Elementary - 05
(Math: 64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16159 2nd St
Piedmont, SD 57769
(605) 787-5295
Piedmont, SD 57769
(605) 787-5295
Gr: K-4 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Stagebarn Middle School - 10
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12500 Sturgis Rd
Piedmont, SD 57769
(605) 787-4172
Piedmont, SD 57769
(605) 787-4172
Gr: 5-8 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57769, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57769, SD include Piedmont Valley Elementary - 05 and Stagebarn Middle School - 10.
How many public schools are located in 57769?
2 public schools are located in 57769.
What is the racial composition of students in 57769?
57769 public schools minority enrollment is 16% 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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