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Best 57311 South Dakota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 396 students in 57311, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57311, SD are Hanson Elementary - 06, Hanson High School - 01 and Hanson Middle School - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57311 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57311, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).

Best 57311, SD Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hanson Elementary - 06
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
230 6th St
Alexandria, SD 57311
(605) 239-4387
Gr: PK-5 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Hanson High School - 01
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
230 6th St
Alexandria, SD 57311
(605) 239-4387
Gr: 9-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Hanson Middle School - 02
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
230 6th St
Alexandria, SD 57311
(605) 239-4387
Gr: 6-8 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Rockport Colony Elementary- 10
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
25209 Rockport Rd
Alexandria, SD 57311
(605) 239-4214
Gr: K-8 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #55.
Millbrook Colony Elementary - 04
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
41659 256th St
Alexandria, SD 57311
(605) 239-4387
Gr: K-8 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #66.
Oaklane Colony Elementary - 05
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
26730 423rd Ave
Alexandria, SD 57311
(605) 239-4387
Gr: K-8 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: n/an/a
Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07
41659 256th St
Alexandria, SD 57311
(605) 239-4387
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 57311, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57311, SD include Hanson Elementary - 06, Hanson High School - 01 and Hanson Middle School - 02.
How many public schools are located in 57311?
7 public schools are located in 57311.
What is the racial composition of students in 57311?
57311 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 34% (majority American Indian).

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