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All South Dakota School Districts
147 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington School District 38-1 | Arlington | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Brandon Valley School District 49-2 | Brandon | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 3 |
| Bridgewater-Emery School District 30-3 | Bridgewater | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Burke School District 26-2 | Burke | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Canistota School District 43-1 | Canistota | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 1 |
| Canton School District 41-1 | Canton | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Castlewood School District 28-1 | Castlewood | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 1 |
| Chester School District 39-1 | Chester | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Corsica-Stickney School District 21-3 | Corsica | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 3 |
| Dell Rapids School District 49-3 | Dell Rapids | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 1 |
| Deubrook School District 05-6 | Astoria | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 3 |
| Ethan School District 17-1 | Ethan | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 1 |
| Faulkton School District 24-4 | Faulkton | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 4 |
| Freeman School District 33-1 | Freeman | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 1 |
| Groton Area School District 06-6 | Bristol | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 7 |
| Hamlin School District 28-3 | Bryant | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 4 |
| Harding County School District 31-1 | Ralph | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 6 |
| Harrisburg School District 41-2 | Harrisburg | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Hill City School District 51-2 | Hill City | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Howard School District 48-3 | Canova | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 4 |
| Ipswich School District 22-6 | Ipswich | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 1 |
| Jones County School District 37-3 | Draper | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 3 |
| Lennox School District 41-4 | Chancellor | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 3 |
| Leola School District 44-2 | Leola | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Mobridge-Pollock School District 62-6 | Mound City | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Montrose School District 43-2 | Montrose | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 1 |
| New Underwood School District 51-3 | Caputa | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Parker School District 60-4 | Parker | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 1 |
| Parkston School District 33-3 | Dimock | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Pierre School District 32-2 | Pierre | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 1 |
| Platte-Geddes School District 11-5 | Geddes | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 3 |
| Timber Lake School District 20-3 | Mobridge | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 5 |
| Vermillion School District 13-1 | Burbank | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Wall School District 51-5 | Scenic | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Warner School District 06-5 | Mansfield | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 3 |
| Watertown School District 14-4 | Watertown | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Webster School District 18-5 | Grenville | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 4 |
| Yankton School District 63-3 | Mission Hill | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 3 |
| Armour School District 21-1 | Armour | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Avon School District 04-1 | Avon | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Baltic School District 49-1 | Baltic | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Belle Fourche School District 09-1 | Belle Fourche | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Beresford School District 61-2 | Beresford | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Bon Homme School District 04-2 | Springfield | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 3 |
| Bowdle School District 22-1 | Bowdle | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Britton-Hecla School District 45-4 | Lake City | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 4 |
| Brookings School District 05-1 | Aurora | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 3 |
| Centerville School District 60-1 | Centerville | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Custer School District 16-1 | Custer | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 4 |
| Doland School District 56-2 | Doland | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Douglas School District 51-1 | Ellsworth Afb | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Faith School District 46-2 | Faith | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 3 |
| Florence School District 14-1 | Florence | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Garretson School District 49-4 | Garretson | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Gregory School District 26-4 | Dallas | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Haakon School District 27-1 | Milesville | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 3 |
| Herreid School District 10-1 | Herreid | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Highmore-Harrold School District 34-2 | Highmore | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 3 |
| Hitchcock-Tulare School District 56-6 | Hitchcock | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Hot Springs School District 23-2 | Hot Springs | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Hoven School District 53-2 | Gettysburg | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 4 |
| Irene-Wakonda School District 13-3 | Irene | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Kimball School District 07-2 | Kimball | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Lake Preston School District 38-3 | Erwin | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Lemmon School District 52-4 | Keldron | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 4 |
| Lyman School District 42-1 | Kennebec | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 5 |
| Madison Central School District 39-2 | Madison | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Marion School District 60-3 | Marion | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| McCook Central School District 43-7 | Salem | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| McIntosh School District 15-1 | Bullhead | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 5 |
| Meade School District 46-1 | Enning | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 9 |
| Menno School District 33-2 | Menno | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Milbank School District 25-4 | Big Stone City | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 6 |
| Miller Area School District 29-4 | Miller | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 3 |
| Northwestern Area School District 56-7 | Ashton | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 5 |
| Rapid City Area Schools | Rapid City | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Rapid City School District 51-4 | Rapid City | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 3 |
| Rosholt School District 54-4 | Rosholt | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Sanborn Central School District 55-5 | Artesian | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Selby School District 62-5 | Akaska | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 4 |
| Sioux Falls School District 49-5 | Sioux Falls | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 4 |
| Spearfish School District 40-2 | Spearfish | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Stanley County School District 57-1 | Fort Pierre | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Summit School District 54-6 | Summit | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Tea Area School District 41-5 | Tea | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 2 |
| Tri-Valley School District 49-6 | Colton | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 4 |
| Willow Lake School District 12-3 | Vienna | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 3 |
| Woonsocket School District 55-4 | Woonsocket | 5/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Agar-Blunt-Onida School District 58-3 | Agar | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 4 |
| Alcester-Hudson School District 61-1 | Alcester | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 2 |
| Andes Central School District 11-1 | Lake Andes | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 1 |
| Bennett County School District 03-1 | Martin | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| Bison School District 52-1 | Bison | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 2 |
| Clark School District 12-2 | Bradley | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 4 |
| Colman-Egan School District 50-5 | Colman | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 2 |
| Colome School District 59-3 | Colome | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 1 |
| Deuel School District 19-4 | Brandt | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 4 |
| Dupree School District 64-2 | Cherry Creek | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 2 |
| Eagle Butte School District 20-1 | Eagle Butte | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| Edgemont School District 23-1 | Edgemont | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 1 |
| Edmunds Central School District 22-5 | Hosmer | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 2 |
| Eureka School District 44-1 | Eureka | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 1 |
| Flandreau School District 50-3 | Flandreau | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 2 |
| Gayville-Volin School District 63-1 | Gayville | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 2 |
| Henry School District 14-2 | Henry | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 1 |
| Huron School District 02-2 | Cavour | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| Iroquois School District 02-3 | Iroquois | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 1 |
| Langford School District 45-5 | Eden | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 4 |
| Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1 | Deadwood | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| McLaughlin School District 15-2 | Little Eagle | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| Newell School District 09-2 | Newell | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| Oelrichs School District 23-3 | Oelrichs | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 2 |
| Oglala Lakota County School District 65-1 | Batesland | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 8 |
| Plankinton School District 01-1 | Plankinton | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 1 |
| Redfield School District 56-4 | Frankfort | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| Scotland School District 04-3 | Lesterville | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| Sisseton School District 54-2 | Claire City | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 5 |
| Smee School District 15-3 | Wakpala | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 1 |
| Todd County School District 66-1 | Mission | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 5 |
| Tripp-Delmont School District 33-5 | Delmont | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 2 |
| Viborg Hurley School District 60-6 | Davis | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| Wagner School District 11-4 | Marty | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| Waverly School District 14-5 | South Shore | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 2 |
| Wessington Springs School District 36-2 | Alpena | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 4 |
| West Central School District 49-7 | Hartford | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 2 |
| White Lake School District 01-3 | White Lake | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 1 |
| White River School District 47-1 | Belvidere | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 4 |
| Wilmot School District 54-7 | Corona | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| Winner School District 59-2 | Hamill | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 4 |
| Wolsey-Wessington School District 02-6 | Virgil | 1/10 Poor · 1th pct | 3 |
| Aberdeen School District 06-1 | Aberdeen | Not rated | 3 |
| Chamberlain School District 07-1 | Chamberlain | Not rated | 4 |
| Dakota Valley School District 61-8 | North Sioux City | Not rated | 1 |
| De Smet School District 38-2 | De Smet | Not rated | 1 |
| Elk Point-Jefferson School District 61-7 | Elk Point | Not rated | 2 |
| Elkton School District 05-3 | Elkton | Not rated | 1 |
| Estelline School District 28-2 | Estelline | Not rated | 1 |
| Frederick Area School District 06-2 | Barnard | Not rated | 2 |
| Hanson School District 30-1 | Alexandria | Not rated | 1 |
| Kadoka School District 35-2 | Kadoka | Not rated | 5 |
| Mitchell School District 17-2 | Mitchell | Not rated | 2 |
| Mount Vernon School District 17-3 | Mount Vernon | Not rated | 1 |
| Oldham-Ramona-Rutland 39-6 | Nunda | Not rated | 4 |
| Sioux Falls School District | Sioux Falls | Not rated | 1 |
| Sioux Valley School District 05-5 | Sinai | Not rated | 3 |
| South Central School District 26-5 | Bonesteel | Not rated | 3 |
| Waubay School District 18-3 | Ortley | Not rated | 2 |
School Districts in South Dakota
South Dakota is home to 147 public school districts serving approximately 179,342 students across 375+ zip codes. The average district rating statewide is 5/10, based on state reading and math assessment proficiency (NCES EDFacts, 2017–18 — the most recent district-level federal collection we have processed), ranked against other districts in the same state. Directory data (enrollment, schools, contacts) is NCES CCD 2024–25.
Top-rated districts in South Dakota include Arlington School District 38-1, Brandon Valley School District 49-2, Bridgewater-Emery School District 30-3, and 2 more top-rated districts. Use the table above to sort and compare all districts, or click any district name to view its full profile including assigned schools, enrollment, and spending data.
Finding Your District in South Dakota
School district boundaries in South Dakota are determined by your residential address, not just your city or zip code. In some areas, a single zip code spans multiple districts, or a district may serve students across several zip codes. The most reliable way to confirm your district is to enter your exact zip code in the search tool above.
Why School Districts Matter for Homebuyers
In South Dakota, as across the country, school district quality is one of the top three factors homebuyers cite when choosing a neighborhood. Homes in higher-rated districts often command a premium of 5–25% compared to similar homes in adjacent districts. Whether you're buying, renting, or planning a move, understanding which school district serves your address is an essential first step.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in South Dakota? ▼
South Dakota has 147 public school districts covering 375+ zip codes and serving an estimated 179,342 students. The statewide average district rating is 5/10 based on state assessment data.
How do I find my school district in South Dakota? ▼
Enter your 5-digit zip code in the search box above to instantly find your South Dakota school district, including ratings, enrollment, and assigned elementary, middle, and high schools.
What is the best school district in South Dakota? ▼
The table above is sorted by rating (highest first). Districts rated 9–10/10 are top-tier based on state reading and math proficiency. Click any district name to view its full profile.
Can I search by address instead of zip code? ▼
Yes — on any district page, enter a full street address in the search box and it will resolve to the correct zip code automatically.