Best 57069 South Dakota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,381 students in 57069, SD (there are 1 private school, serving 149 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 57069, SD are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 57069, SD are Vermillion Middle School - 02 and Vermillion High School - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57069 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57069, SD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).

Best 57069, SD Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vermillion Middle School - 02
(Math: 47% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
422 Princeton St
Vermillion, SD 57069
(605) 677-7025
Gr: 6-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Vermillion High School - 01
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 E Main St
Vermillion, SD 57069
(605) 677-7035
Gr: 9-12 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
701 W Dartmouth St
Vermillion, SD 57069
(605) 677-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 57069, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57069, SD include Vermillion Middle School - 02 and Vermillion High School - 01.
How many public schools are located in 57069?
3 public schools are located in 57069.
What percentage of students in 57069 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 57069 are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 57069?
57069 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 34% (majority American Indian).

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