For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 801 students in 57717, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57717, SD are South Park Elementary - 03 and Belle Fourche Middle School - 07. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57717 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57717, SD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57717, SD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Park Elementary - 03
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1816 Valley Dr
Belle Fourche, SD 57717
(605) 723-3382
Belle Fourche, SD 57717
(605) 723-3382
Grades: 1-4
| 396 students
Rank: #22.
Belle Fourche Middle School - 07
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1302 Ziebach St
Belle Fourche, SD 57717
(605) 723-3367
Belle Fourche, SD 57717
(605) 723-3367
Grades: 5-8
| 405 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57717, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57717, SD include South Park Elementary - 03 and Belle Fourche Middle School - 07.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57717?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57717.
What is the racial composition of students in 57717?
57717 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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