For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 569 students in 57772, SD (there are , serving 97 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 57772, SD are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in 57772, SD is Rockyford School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57772 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 4% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57772, SD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best 57772, SD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rockyford School - 03
(Math: 3% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14 Bia 33
Porcupine, SD 57772
(605) 455-2438
Porcupine, SD 57772
(605) 455-2438
Gr: PK-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: n/an/a
101 School Dr
Porcupine, SD 57772
(605) 867-5588
Porcupine, SD 57772
(605) 867-5588
Gr: K-8 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
57772, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jct Bia 33 & 27
Porcupine, SD 57772
(605) 455-6300
Porcupine, SD 57772
(605) 455-6300
Gr: 5-8 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57772, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57772, SD include Rockyford School - 03.
How many public schools are located in 57772?
2 public schools are located in 57772.
What percentage of students in 57772 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 57772 are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 57772?
57772 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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