For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 48 students in Springfield, SD.
The top-ranked public school in Springfield, SD is Springfield Elementary - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Springfield, SD public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Springfield have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Springfield, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springfield Elementary - 03
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1008 Walnut St
Springfield, SD 57062
(605) 369-2282
Springfield, SD 57062
(605) 369-2282
Gr: K-5 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Springfield, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1008 Walnut
Springfield, SD 57062
(605) 369-2282
Springfield, SD 57062
(605) 369-2282
Gr: PK | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Springfield, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in Springfield, SD include Springfield Elementary - 03.
How many public schools are located in Springfield?
1 public schools are located in Springfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Springfield?
Springfield public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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