For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 32 students in 57236, SD.
The top ranked public school in 57236, SD is Hillcrest Colony Elementary - 05. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø school in zipcode 57236 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57236, SD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 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 57236, SD ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Colony Elementary - 05
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1004 Hillcrest Dr
Garden City, SD 57236
(605) 532-3606
Garden City, SD 57236
(605) 532-3606
Grades: K-8
| 32 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 57236, SD?
The top ranked public schools in 57236, SD include Hillcrest Colony Elementary - 05.
How many public schools are located in 57236?
1 public schools are located in 57236.
What is the racial composition of students in 57236?
57236 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).
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