Best 57071 South Dakota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 742 students in 57071, SD (there are 1 private school, serving 58 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 57071, SD are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 57071, SD are Sioux Valley High School - 01, Sioux Valley Elementary - 02 and Sioux Valley Middle School - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57071 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57071, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).

Best 57071, SD Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sioux Valley High School - 01
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
200 Hansina Ave
Volga, SD 57071
(605) 627-5657
Gr: 9-12 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Sioux Valley Elementary - 02
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
200 Hansina Ave
Volga, SD 57071
(605) 627-5657
Gr: K-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Sioux Valley Middle School - 04
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
200 Hansina Ave
Volga, SD 57071
(605) 627-5657
Gr: 6-8 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 57071, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57071, SD include Sioux Valley High School - 01, Sioux Valley Elementary - 02 and Sioux Valley Middle School - 04.
How many public schools are located in 57071?
3 public schools are located in 57071.
What percentage of students in 57071 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 57071 are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 57071?
57071 public schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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