For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 192 students in 57243, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57243, SD are Henry High School - 01, Henry Elementary - 02 and Henry Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57243 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57243, SD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best 57243, SD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Henry High School - 01
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 N Cedar
Henry, SD 57243
(605) 532-5364
Henry, SD 57243
(605) 532-5364
Gr: 9-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #22.
Henry Elementary - 02
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
111 N Cedar
Henry, SD 57243
(605) 532-5364
Henry, SD 57243
(605) 532-5364
Gr: PK-5 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Henry Middle School - 03
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
111 N Cedar
Henry, SD 57243
(605) 532-5364
Henry, SD 57243
(605) 532-5364
Gr: 6-8 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57243, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57243, SD include Henry High School - 01, Henry Elementary - 02 and Henry Middle School - 03.
How many public schools are located in 57243?
3 public schools are located in 57243.
What is the racial composition of students in 57243?
57243 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 34% (majority American Indian).
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