For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 233 students in Waubay, SD.
The top ranked public elementary school in Waubay, SD is Waubay Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waubay, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Waubay have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Waubay, SD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waubay Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
202 W School Rd
Waubay, SD 57273
(605) 947-4529
Waubay, SD 57273
(605) 947-4529
Grades: PK-6
| 77 students
Rank: n/an/a
13525 446th Avenue
Waubay, SD 57273
(605) 947-4605
Waubay, SD 57273
(605) 947-4605
Grades: K-8
| 156 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Waubay, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Waubay, SD include Waubay Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Waubay?
2 public elementary schools are located in Waubay.
What is the racial composition of students in Waubay?
Waubay public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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