For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 132 students in Summit, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in Summit, SD is Summit Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Summit, SD public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in Summit have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public preschool average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Summit, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Elementary - 02
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Sherman Ave
Summit, SD 57266
(605) 398-6211
Summit, SD 57266
(605) 398-6211
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Summit, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in Summit, SD include Summit Elementary - 02.
How many public preschools are located in Summit?
1 public preschools are located in Summit.
What is the racial composition of students in Summit?
Summit public preschools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public preschools average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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