Best 57278 South Dakota Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 150 students in 57278, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in 57278, SD is Willow Lake Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 57278 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Pre schools in 57278, SD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public preschool average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Best 57278, SD Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow Lake Elementary - 02
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
400 Garfield Ave
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Gr: PK-5 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 57278 South Dakota

57278, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
43188 Mayfield Rd
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Gr: 9-12
19087 413th Ave
Willow Lake, SD 57278
(605) 625-5945
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 57278, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 57278, SD include Willow Lake Elementary - 02.
How many public preschools are located in 57278?
1 public preschools are located in 57278.
What is the racial composition of students in 57278?
57278 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public preschools average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

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