For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 50 students in Winfred, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in Winfred, SD are Graceville Colony - 07 and Shannon Colony Elementary - 08. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winfred, SD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Winfred have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Winfred, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Graceville Colony - 07
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
23843 - 446a Ave
Winfred, SD 57076
(605) 256-2267
Winfred, SD 57076
(605) 256-2267
Gr: K-8 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #22.
Shannon Colony Elementary - 08
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
43945 235th St.
Winfred, SD 57076
(605) 772-4443
Winfred, SD 57076
(605) 772-4443
Gr: K-8 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Winfred, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
23843 446 Ave
Winfred, SD 57076
(605) 256-7721
Winfred, SD 57076
(605) 256-7721
Gr: K-8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Winfred, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in Winfred, SD include Graceville Colony - 07 and Shannon Colony Elementary - 08.
How many public schools are located in Winfred?
2 public schools are located in Winfred.
What is the racial composition of students in Winfred?
Winfred public schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Which public schools in Winfred are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Winfred include: Shannon Colony Elementary - 08 vs. Graceville Colony - 07
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