For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 150 students in 57382, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 57382, SD is Wessington Springs Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57382 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57382, SD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57382, SD Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wessington Springs Elementary - 02
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
904 2nd St Ne
Wessington Springs, SD 57382
(605) 539-1754
Wessington Springs, SD 57382
(605) 539-1754
Gr: PK-6 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
904 2nd St Ne
Wessington Springs, SD 57382
(605) 539-9500
Wessington Springs, SD 57382
(605) 539-9500
Gr: K-6 | 5 students
57382, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
23064 365th Ave
Wessington Springs, SD 57382
(605) 539-9311
Wessington Springs, SD 57382
(605) 539-9311
Gr: K-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
23064 365th Ave
Wessington Springs, SD 57382
(605) 539-9311
Wessington Springs, SD 57382
(605) 539-9311
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 57382, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57382, SD include Wessington Springs Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57382?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57382.
What is the racial composition of students in 57382?
57382 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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