For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,239 students in 57005, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57005, SD are Brandon Valley High School - 01, Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 and Brandon Elementary - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57005 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57005, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best 57005, SD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brandon Valley High School - 01
(Math: 65% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 S Splitrock Blvd
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-3211
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-3211
Gr: 9-12 | 1,381 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Robert Bennis Elementary - 05
(Math: 72% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2001 S Sioux Blvd
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-8010
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-8010
Gr: K-4 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Brandon Elementary - 03
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
501 Holly Blvd
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6315
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6315
Gr: PK-4 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Brandon Valley Middle School - 02
(Math: 57% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
700 Holly Blvd
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-3214
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-3214
Gr: 7-8 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Brandon Valley Intermediate - 07
(Math: 64% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 W Park St
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6035
Brandon, SD 57005
(605) 582-6035
Gr: 5-6 | 829 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57005, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57005, SD include Brandon Valley High School - 01, Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 and Brandon Elementary - 03.
How many public schools are located in 57005?
5 public schools are located in 57005.
What is the racial composition of students in 57005?
57005 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 34% (majority American Indian).
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