For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 839 students in 57785, SD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 57785, SD are Sturgis Brown High School - 01 and Developmental Disabilities Program - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 57785 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Dakota public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 63% statewide average). High schools in 57785, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 57785 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the South Dakota average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sturgis Brown High School - 01, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Dakota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public high school average of 35% (majority American Indian).
Best 57785, SD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sturgis Brown High School - 01
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12930 E Hwy 34
Sturgis, SD 57785
(605) 347-2686
Sturgis, SD 57785
(605) 347-2686
Gr: 9-12 | 839 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Developmental Disabilities Program - 01
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2885 Dickson Dr
Sturgis, SD 57785
(605) 423-4444
Sturgis, SD 57785
(605) 423-4444
Gr: PK-12
57785, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Program (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
Po Box 218
Sturgis, SD 57785
(605) 347-4467
Sturgis, SD 57785
(605) 347-4467
Gr: 6-12 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Sturgis Academy (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
12930 E Hwy 34
Sturgis, SD 57785
(605) 347-2686
Sturgis, SD 57785
(605) 347-2686
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
1230 Douglas St
Sturgis, SD 57785
(605) 347-5232
Sturgis, SD 57785
(605) 347-5232
Gr: 5 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 57785, SD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 57785, SD include Sturgis Brown High School - 01 and Developmental Disabilities Program - 01.
How many public high schools are located in 57785?
2 public high schools are located in 57785.
What is the racial composition of students in 57785?
57785 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public high schools average of 35% (majority American Indian).
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