For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 194 students in Rutland, SD.
The top ranked public schools in Rutland, SD are Rutland High School - 01, Rutland Elementary - 02 and Rutland Jr. High - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rutland, SD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Rutland have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Rutland, SD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rutland High School - 01
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
102 School St
Rutland, SD 57057
(605) 586-4352
Rutland, SD 57057
(605) 586-4352
Grades: 9-12
| 47 students
Rank: #22.
Rutland Elementary - 02
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
102 School St
Rutland, SD 57057
(605) 586-4352
Rutland, SD 57057
(605) 586-4352
Grades: PK-5
| 76 students
Rank: #33.
Rutland Jr. High - 03
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
102 School St
Rutland, SD 57057
(605) 586-4352
Rutland, SD 57057
(605) 586-4352
Grades: 6-8
| 47 students
Rank: #44.
Camridge Colony School - 04
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
102 School St
Rutland, SD 57057
(605) 586-4352
Rutland, SD 57057
(605) 586-4352
Grades: K-8
| 24 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rutland, SD?
The top ranked public schools in Rutland, SD include Rutland High School - 01, Rutland Elementary - 02 and Rutland Jr. High - 03.
How many public schools are located in Rutland, SD?
4 public schools are located in Rutland, SD.
What is the racial composition of students in Rutland, SD?
Rutland, SD public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 31% (majority American Indian).
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