ÿÈÕ³Ô¹Ï

Best 57438 South Dakota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 393 students in 57438, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57438, SD are Faulkton Elementary - 02, Faulkton Middle School - 08 and Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57438 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57438, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).

Best 57438, SD Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Faulkton Elementary - 02
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1114 Court St
Faulkton, SD 57438
(605) 598-6266
Gr: PK-5 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Faulkton Middle School - 08
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1114 Court St
Faulkton, SD 57438
(605) 598-6266
Gr: 6-8 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15185 346th Ave
Faulkton, SD 57438
(605) 598-6266
Gr: K-8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #44.
Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
15442 343rd Ave
Faulkton, SD 57438
(605) 598-6266
Gr: K-8 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #55.
Faulkton High School - 01
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1114 Court St
Faulkton, SD 57438
(605) 598-6266
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #66.
Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
35075 148th St
Faulkton, SD 57438
(605) 598-6266
Gr: K-8 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
15442 343rd Ave
Faulkton, SD 57438
(605) 598-6266
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 57438 South Dakota

57438, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
35691 156th St
Faulkton, SD 57438
(605) 598-6266
Gr: K-8 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 57438, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57438, SD include Faulkton Elementary - 02, Faulkton Middle School - 08 and Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10.
How many public schools are located in 57438?
7 public schools are located in 57438.
What is the racial composition of students in 57438?
57438 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).

Recent Articles

Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Explore the latest 2026 data, trends, costs, and parent planning tips in the ongoing debate over year-round schooling vs the traditional calendar.
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
Explore how No Child Left Behind evolved into ESSA, what it means for 2025‑26 schooling, and what parents need to know about testing, admissions planning, and funding.
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Discover what public school fees are required versus optional, with 2026 updates for parents, students, and educators on budgeting and planning.

Quick Links