For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 266 students in 57363, SD.
The top ranked public schools in 57363, SD are Mount Vernon Elementary - 02, Mount Vernon High School- 01 and Mount Vernon Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57363 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57363, SD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best 57363, SD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Vernon Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 N Main
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Gr: PK-5 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Mount Vernon High School- 01
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 N Main
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Gr: 9-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 N Main
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Gr: 6-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 57363, SD?
The top ranked public schools in 57363, SD include Mount Vernon Elementary - 02, Mount Vernon High School- 01 and Mount Vernon Middle School - 03.
How many public schools are located in 57363?
3 public schools are located in 57363.
What is the racial composition of students in 57363?
57363 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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