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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Parent / Guardian
February 10, 2025
This school is completely non responsive. Will not follow up with you or give you any response to what they’re going to do to advocate and protect your child when they’re being bullied.. It is... More
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Dakota Middle School - 31
Parent / Guardian
February 10, 2025
This review is primarily for the PK-5th school, St Elizabeth Seton.
We have attended many different Catholic schools around the country. While the classroom environment for most of the teachers seems... More
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Rapid City Catholic School System
Parent / Guardian
January 23, 2025
Worst school ever they don't care about the students
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John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57