For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 222 students in 57479, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57479, SD are Warner Elementary - 02 and Warner 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 57479 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57479, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57479, SD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Warner Elementary - 02
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
110 1st Ave Sw
Warner, SD 57479
(605) 225-6194
Warner, SD 57479
(605) 225-6194
Grades: K-5
| 149 students
Rank: #22.
Warner Middle School - 03
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
110 1st Ave Sw
Warner, SD 57479
(605) 225-6194
Warner, SD 57479
(605) 225-6194
Grades: 6-8
| 73 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57479, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57479, SD include Warner Elementary - 02 and Warner Middle School - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57479?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57479.
What is the racial composition of students in 57479?
57479 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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