For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 109 students in 57428, SD.
The top ranked public schools in 57428, SD are Bowdle Elementary - 02, Bowdle High School - 01 and Bowdle Jr. High - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57428 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57428, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best 57428, SD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bowdle Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3083 2nd Ave
Bowdle, SD 57428
(605) 285-6590
Bowdle, SD 57428
(605) 285-6590
Grades: K-5
| 38 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Bowdle High School - 01
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3083 2nd Ave
Bowdle, SD 57428
(605) 285-6590
Bowdle, SD 57428
(605) 285-6590
Grades: 9-12
| 38 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Bowdle Jr. High - 03
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3083 2nd Ave
Bowdle, SD 57428
(605) 285-6590
Bowdle, SD 57428
(605) 285-6590
Grades: 6-8
| 21 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 57428, SD?
The top ranked public schools in 57428, SD include Bowdle Elementary - 02, Bowdle High School - 01 and Bowdle Jr. High - 03.
How many public schools are located in 57428?
4 public schools are located in 57428.
What is the racial composition of students in 57428?
57428 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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