These are some of the top-rated public schools in South Dakota based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in South Dakota offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in South Dakota
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Sioux Falls School District 49-5
24,868 students | SIOUX FALLS, SD
Grades PK, K-12 | 40 schools -
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
12,814 students | RAPID CITY, SD
Grades PK, K-12 | 24 schools -
Harrisburg School District 41-2
5,457 students | HARRISBURG, SD
Grades PK, K-12 | 9 schools -
Brandon Valley School District 49-2
4,721 students | BRANDON, SD
Grades PK, K-12 | 7 schools -
Aberdeen School District 06-1
4,485 students | ABERDEEN, SD
Grades PK, K-12 | 11 schools
Reviews From Schools in South Dakota
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Parent / Guardian
March 05, 2024
Enrolling our children at Cornerstone School was the best decision we have ever made. The teachers genuinely love and care for the students well being. They work so hard to ensure each student... More
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Cornerstone School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
February 15, 2024
Cornerstone is more than a school, it becomes a family. The teachers are highly invested in each student and peer relationships form that last a lifetime.
I attended Cornerstone from kindergarten... More
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Cornerstone School
Parent / Guardian
February 14, 2024
My daughter loves it here! She has many friends and Christian morals and values are reflected on her from these friends and the teachers. Mr & Mrs B are wonderful!
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Cornerstone School