For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 159 students in 57043, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57043, SD are Marion Elementary - 02 and Marion Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57043 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57043, SD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57043, SD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Elementary - 02
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 S Cedar St
Marion, SD 57043
(605) 648-3615
Marion, SD 57043
(605) 648-3615
Gr: PK-5 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Marion Middle School - 03
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Cedar St
Marion, SD 57043
(605) 648-3615
Marion, SD 57043
(605) 648-3615
Gr: 6-8 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57043, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57043, SD include Marion Elementary - 02 and Marion Middle School - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57043?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57043.
What is the racial composition of students in 57043?
57043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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