For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,207 students in 57262, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57262, SD are Westside Elementary - 03 and Sisseton Middle School - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57262 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57262, SD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57262, SD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westside Elementary - 03
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
320 W Walnut
Sisseton, SD 57262
(605) 698-7613
Sisseton, SD 57262
(605) 698-7613
Gr: PK-4 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Sisseton Middle School - 02
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
516 8th Ave W
Sisseton, SD 57262
(605) 698-7613
Sisseton, SD 57262
(605) 698-7613
Gr: 5-8 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
2 Tz Drive
Sisseton, SD 57262
(605) 698-3953
Sisseton, SD 57262
(605) 698-3953
Gr: K-12 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 57262, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57262, SD include Westside Elementary - 03 and Sisseton Middle School - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57262?
3 public elementary schools are located in 57262.
What is the racial composition of students in 57262?
57262 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% 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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