For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 293 students in Custer, SD.
The top ranked public elementary school in Custer, SD is Custer Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Custer, SD public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Custer have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Custer, SD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Custer Elementary - 02
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1415 Wildcat Ln
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-4483
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-4483
Grades: K-6
| 293 students
Custer, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Star Evergreen High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
12279 Brady Dr
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-2521
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-2521
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Star Evergreen Junior High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
12279 Brady Dr
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-2521
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-2521
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Custer, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Custer, SD include Custer Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Custer?
1 public elementary schools are located in Custer.
What is the racial composition of students in Custer?
Custer public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% 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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