For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 44 students in Tulare, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Tulare, SD are Glendale Colony Elementary - 04 and Spink Colony Elementary - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tulare, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Tulare have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Tulare, SD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glendale Colony Elementary - 04
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17866 Glendale Dr
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 266-2151
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 266-2151
Grades: K-8
| 21 students
Rank: #22.
Spink Colony Elementary - 03
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18206 Spink Ln
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 266-2151
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 266-2151
Grades: K-8
| 23 students
Tulare, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 108
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4171
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4171
Grades: K-8
| 25 students
Po Box 108
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4171
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4171
Grades: PK-8
| 25 students
Po Box 108
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4171
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4171
Grades: PK-7
| 69 students
Po Box 108
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4172
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4172
Grades: 8
| 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Tulare, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Tulare, SD include Glendale Colony Elementary - 04 and Spink Colony Elementary - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in Tulare?
2 public elementary schools are located in Tulare.
What is the racial composition of students in Tulare?
Tulare public elementary schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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