For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 263 students in Presho, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Presho, SD are Lyman Elementary - 04 and Lyman Middle School - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Presho, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Presho have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Presho, SD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lyman Elementary - 04
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
411 E 2nd St
Presho, SD 57568
(605) 869-2213
Presho, SD 57568
(605) 869-2213
Grades: PK-5
| 180 students
Rank: #22.
Lyman Middle School - 02
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 S Birch Ave
Presho, SD 57568
(605) 869-2579
Presho, SD 57568
(605) 869-2579
Grades: 6-8
| 83 students
Presho, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
201 S Birch Ave
Presho, SD 57568
(605) 895-2662
Presho, SD 57568
(605) 895-2662
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Presho, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Presho, SD include Lyman Elementary - 04 and Lyman Middle School - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Presho?
2 public elementary schools are located in Presho.
What is the racial composition of students in Presho?
Presho public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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