For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 152 students in Summit, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Summit, SD is Summit Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Summit, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Summit have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Summit, SD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Summit, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Summit, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Summit, SD include Summit Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Summit?
2 public elementary schools are located in Summit.
What is the racial composition of students in Summit?
Summit public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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