For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 170 students in 57279, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57279, SD are Wilmot Elementary - 02 and Wilmot Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57279 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57279, SD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57279, SD Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilmot Elementary - 02
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
800 Ordway St
Wilmot, SD 57279
(605) 938-4647
Wilmot, SD 57279
(605) 938-4647
Gr: PK-5 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Wilmot Middle School - 03
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 Ordway St
Wilmot, SD 57279
(605) 938-4647
Wilmot, SD 57279
(605) 938-4647
Gr: 6-8 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 57279, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57279, SD include Wilmot Elementary - 02 and Wilmot Middle School - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57279?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57279.
What is the racial composition of students in 57279?
57279 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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