For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 81 students in 57656, SD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 57656, SD is Timber Lake Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 57656 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 57656, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).
Best 57656, SD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Timber Lake Middle School - 03
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Main St
Timber Lake, SD 57656
(605) 865-3654
Timber Lake, SD 57656
(605) 865-3654
Gr: 6-8 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 57656, SD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 57656, SD include Timber Lake Middle School - 03.
How many public middle schools are located in 57656?
1 public middle schools are located in 57656.
What is the racial composition of students in 57656?
57656 public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).
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