For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 265 students in 57048, SD.
The top ranked public schools in 57048, SD are Montrose Elementary - 02, Montrose High School - 01 and Montrose Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57048 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57048, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best 57048, SD Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montrose Elementary - 02
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
309 S Church Ave
Montrose, SD 57048
(605) 363-5025
Montrose, SD 57048
(605) 363-5025
Gr: PK-5 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Montrose High School - 01
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
309 S Church Ave
Montrose, SD 57048
(605) 363-5025
Montrose, SD 57048
(605) 363-5025
Gr: 9-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
Montrose Middle School - 03
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
309 S Church Ave
Montrose, SD 57048
(605) 363-5025
Montrose, SD 57048
(605) 363-5025
Gr: 6-8 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Orland Colony Elementary - 04
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
45050 246th St
Montrose, SD 57048
(605) 363-5025
Montrose, SD 57048
(605) 363-5025
Gr: K-8 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
57048, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
309 S Church Avenue
Montrose, SD 57048
(605) 363-5025
Montrose, SD 57048
(605) 363-5025
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 57048, SD?
The top ranked public schools in 57048, SD include Montrose Elementary - 02, Montrose High School - 01 and Montrose Middle School - 03.
How many public schools are located in 57048?
4 public schools are located in 57048.
What is the racial composition of students in 57048?
57048 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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