For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 305 students in 57059, SD.
The top ranked public schools in 57059, SD are Dawson Colony School - 20, Scotland High School - 01 and Scotland Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 57059 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57059, SD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best 57059, SD ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dawson Colony School - 20
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
41544 Hwy 46
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 589-3166
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 589-3166
Gr: K-8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #22.
Scotland High School - 01
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
711 4th St
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 583-2237
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 583-2237
Gr: 9-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Scotland Elementary - 02
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
711 4th St
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 583-2717
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 583-2717
Gr: PK-4 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Scotland Middle School - 05
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
711 4th St
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 583-2237
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 583-2237
Gr: 5-8 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
57059, South Dakota ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
711 4th St.
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 583-2237
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 583-2237
Gr: 9-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Zenith High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
711 4th St.
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 583-2237
Scotland, SD 57059
(605) 583-2237
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 57059, SD?
The top ranked public schools in 57059, SD include Dawson Colony School - 20, Scotland High School - 01 and Scotland Elementary - 02.
How many public schools are located in 57059?
4 public schools are located in 57059.
What is the racial composition of students in 57059?
57059 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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