For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 231 students in 57026, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57026, SD are Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 and Elkton Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 57026 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57026, SD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57026, SD ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newdale Colony Elementary - 04
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21336 484th Ave
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Gr: K-8 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
Rank: #22.
Elkton Elementary - 02
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
508 Buffalo St
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Elkton, SD 57026
(605) 542-2541
Gr: PK-6 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57026, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57026, SD include Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 and Elkton Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57026?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57026.
What is the racial composition of students in 57026?
57026 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% 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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