For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 112 students in Hoven, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in Hoven, SD are Hoven Jr. High - 03, Hoven High School - 01 and Hoven Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hoven, SD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Hoven have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Hoven, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hoven Jr. High - 03
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
98 5th Ave W
Hoven, SD 57450
(605) 948-2252
Hoven, SD 57450
(605) 948-2252
Gr: 7-8 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Hoven High School - 01
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
98 5th Ave W
Hoven, SD 57450
(605) 948-2252
Hoven, SD 57450
(605) 948-2252
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Hoven Elementary - 02
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
551 S Main St
Hoven, SD 57450
(605) 948-2252
Hoven, SD 57450
(605) 948-2252
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hoven, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in Hoven, SD include Hoven Jr. High - 03, Hoven High School - 01 and Hoven Elementary - 02.
How many public schools are located in Hoven?
3 public schools are located in Hoven.
What is the racial composition of students in Hoven?
Hoven public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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