For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 70 students in 57349, SD.
The top ranked public middle school in 57349, SD is Howard Jr. High - 05. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 57349 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 57349, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).
Best 57349, SD Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Howard Jr. High - 05
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 N Section Line
Howard, SD 57349
(605) 772-5515
Howard, SD 57349
(605) 772-5515
Gr: 6-8 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 57349, SD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 57349, SD include Howard Jr. High - 05.
How many public middle schools are located in 57349?
1 public middle schools are located in 57349.
What is the racial composition of students in 57349?
57349 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).
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