For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,719 students in 57106, SD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 57106, SD are Rf Pettigrew Elementary - 17 and Discovery Elementary - 26. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 57106 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 57106, SD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public preschool average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best 57106, SD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rf Pettigrew Elementary - 17
(Math: 57% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7900 W 53rd St
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-3560
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-3560
Gr: PK-5 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Discovery Elementary - 26
(Math: 60% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1506 S Discovery Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-3530
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-3530
Gr: PK-5 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 57106, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 57106, SD include Rf Pettigrew Elementary - 17 and Discovery Elementary - 26.
How many public preschools are located in 57106?
2 public preschools are located in 57106.
What is the racial composition of students in 57106?
57106 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public preschools average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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