For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 58 students in Bonesteel, SD.
The top ranked public school in Bonesteel, SD is South Central Elementary - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bonesteel, SD public school have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Bonesteel have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Bonesteel, SD (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Central Elementary - 03
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Birdsell St
Bonesteel, SD 57317
(605) 654-2314
Bonesteel, SD 57317
(605) 654-2314
Gr: PK-5 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Bonesteel, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 Birdsell St
Bonesteel, SD 57317
(605) 654-2314
Bonesteel, SD 57317
(605) 654-2314
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
401 Birdsell St
Bonesteel, SD 57317
(605) 654-2314
Bonesteel, SD 57317
(605) 654-2314
Gr: 6-8 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bonesteel, SD?
The top ranked public schools in Bonesteel, SD include South Central Elementary - 03.
How many public schools are located in Bonesteel?
1 public schools are located in Bonesteel.
What is the racial composition of students in Bonesteel?
Bonesteel public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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