For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 150 students in 57638, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 57638, SD is Lemmon Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 57638 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 57638, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57638, SD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lemmon Elementary - 02
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
905 5th Ave W
Lemmon, SD 57638
(605) 374-3784
Lemmon, SD 57638
(605) 374-3784
Gr: K-6 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 57638, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57638, SD include Lemmon Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57638?
1 public elementary schools are located in 57638.
What is the racial composition of students in 57638?
57638 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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