For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 371 students in 57461, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57461, SD are Northwestern High School - 01, Northwestern Middle School - 02 and Northwestern Elementary - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57461 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57461, SD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best 57461, SD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern High School - 01
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Gr: 9-12 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Middle School - 02
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Gr: 6-8 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Northwestern Elementary - 04
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Gr: PK-5 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Gr: 6-8 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57461, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57461, SD include Northwestern High School - 01, Northwestern Middle School - 02 and Northwestern Elementary - 04.
How many public schools are located in 57461?
5 public schools are located in 57461.
What is the racial composition of students in 57461?
57461 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 34% (majority American Indian).
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