For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 878 students in Mission, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Mission, SD is Klein Elementary - 08. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mission, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mission have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% 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 Mission, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Klein Elementary - 08
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
28959 299th St
Mission, SD 57555
(605) 378-3854
Mission, SD 57555
(605) 378-3854
Gr: K-8 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: n/an/a
Resource Center - 11
Special Education School
815 Ave D
Mission, SD 57555
(605) 856-3513
Mission, SD 57555
(605) 856-3513
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Mission, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mission, SD include Klein Elementary - 08.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mission?
5 public elementary schools are located in Mission.
What is the racial composition of students in Mission?
Mission public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% 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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