For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 190 students in 57461, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57461, SD are Northwestern Middle School - 02 and Northwestern Elementary - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 57461 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57461, SD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57461, SD ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Middle School - 02
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Gr: 6-8 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Elementary - 04
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Gr: 6-8 | 7 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57461, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57461, SD include Northwestern Middle School - 02 and Northwestern Elementary - 04.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57461?
3 public elementary schools are located in 57461.
What is the racial composition of students in 57461?
57461 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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