For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 105 students in Burke, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in Burke, SD is Burke Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Burke, SD public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in Burke have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public preschool average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Burke, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burke Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
933 Lincoln St
Burke, SD 57523
(605) 775-2246
Burke, SD 57523
(605) 775-2246
Gr: PK-5 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Burke, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in Burke, SD include Burke Elementary - 02.
How many public preschools are located in Burke?
1 public preschools are located in Burke.
What is the racial composition of students in Burke?
Burke public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public preschools average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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