These are some of the top-rated public schools in South Dakota based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about ӣƵ ratings.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in South Dakota offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in South Dakota
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Sioux Falls School District 49-5
25,123 students | SIOUX FALLS, SD
Grades PK, K-12 | 51 schools -
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
12,747 students | RAPID CITY, SD
Grades PK, K-12 | 30 schools -
Harrisburg School District 41-2
5,912 students | HARRISBURG, SD
Grades PK, K-12 | 10 schools -
Brandon Valley School District 49-2
4,948 students | BRANDON, SD
Grades PK, K-12 | 12 schools -
Aberdeen School District 06-1
4,326 students | ABERDEEN, SD
Grades PK, K-12 | 11 schools
Reviews From Schools in South Dakota
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School leader
January 13, 2025
Great School ... great staff ... great community. Students are very happy to share their school with the world.
Review for
St Agnes Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
January 07, 2025
Great school. My kids love it. Teachers are awesome.
Review for
Newdale Colony Elementary - 04
Current student
December 18, 2024
The school is very good and its very nice there
Review for
Ben Reifel Middle School - 68