For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 344 students in 57278, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57278, SD are Willow Lake High School - 01, Collins Colony Elementary - 06 and Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57278 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57278, SD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best 57278, SD Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow Lake High School - 01
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Garfield Ave
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Collins Colony Elementary - 06
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19606 Collins Ave.
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Gr: K-8 | 16 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19087 413th Ave
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Gr: K-8 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
43188 Mayfield Rd
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Gr: K-8 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Willow Lake Middle School - 03
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Garfield Ave
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Gr: 6-8 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #66.
Willow Lake Elementary - 02
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Garfield Ave
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Gr: PK-5 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
57278, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
43188 Mayfield Rd
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Gr: 9-12
19087 413th Ave
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57278, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57278, SD include Willow Lake High School - 01, Collins Colony Elementary - 06 and Shamrock Colony Elementary - 05.
How many public schools are located in 57278?
6 public schools are located in 57278.
What is the racial composition of students in 57278?
57278 public schools minority enrollment is 3% 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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