For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 202 students in Summit, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in Summit, SD are Summit High School - 01 and Summit Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Summit, SD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Summit have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Summit, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit High School - 01
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 W Sherman Ave
Summit, SD 57266
(605) 398-6211
Summit, SD 57266
(605) 398-6211
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Summit Elementary - 02
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Sherman Ave
Summit, SD 57266
(605) 398-6211
Summit, SD 57266
(605) 398-6211
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
45425 152nd St
Summit, SD 57266
(605) 882-6340
Summit, SD 57266
(605) 882-6340
Gr: K-8 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Summit, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in Summit, SD include Summit High School - 01 and Summit Elementary - 02.
How many public schools are located in Summit?
3 public schools are located in Summit.
What is the racial composition of students in Summit?
Summit public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public schools average of 34% (majority American Indian).
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