For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 293 students in 57730, SD.
The top ranked public elementary school in 57730, SD is Custer Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary school in zipcode 57730 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57730, SD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57730, SD ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Custer Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1415 Wildcat Ln
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-4483
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-4483
Gr: K-6 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
57730, South Dakota ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Star Evergreen High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
12279 Brady Dr
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-2521
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-2521
Gr: 9-12
Star Evergreen Junior High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
12279 Brady Dr
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-2521
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-2521
Gr: 7-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57730, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57730, SD include Custer Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57730?
1 public elementary schools are located in 57730.
What is the racial composition of students in 57730?
57730 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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