Best Public Schools in Tulare, SD (2025-26)

Best Tulare Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 128 students in Tulare, SD.

The top ranked public schools in Tulare, SD are Glendale Colony Elementary - 04, Spink Colony Elementary - 03 and Hitchcock-tulare High School - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Tulare, SD public schools have an score of 41% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Tulare have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.

Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).

Best Public Schools in Tulare, SD (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Glendale Colony Elementary - 04

(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
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Top 30%

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17866 Glendale Dr
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 266-2151

Gr: K-8 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1

Rank: #22.

Spink Colony Elementary - 03

(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 40-59%)
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18206 Spink Ln
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 266-2151

Gr: K-8 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1

Rank: #33.

Hitchcock-tulare High School - 01

(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
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401 4th Ave
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4171

Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Rank: #44.

Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02

(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
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401 4th Ave
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4171

Gr: 7-8 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Tulare, South Dakota

Tulare, South Dakota Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Glendale Colony Elementary School (Closed 2005)

Po Box 108
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4171

Gr: K-8 | 25 students

Spink Colony Elementary School (Closed 2005)

Po Box 108
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4171

Gr: PK-8 | 25 students

Tulare Elementary School (Closed 2005)

Po Box 108
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4171

Gr: PK-7 | 69 students

Tulare Hi School (Closed 2005)

Po Box 108
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4172

Gr: 9-12 | 48 students Minority enrollment: 2%

Tulare Junior High School (Closed 2005)

Po Box 108
Tulare, SD 57476
(605) 596-4172

Gr: 8 | 8 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Tulare, SD?

The top ranked public schools in Tulare, SD include Glendale Colony Elementary - 04, Spink Colony Elementary - 03 and Hitchcock-tulare High School - 01.

How many public schools are located in Tulare?

4 public schools are located in Tulare.

What is the racial composition of students in Tulare?

Tulare public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).