For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 131 students in 57472, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57472, SD are Selby Elementary - 02 and Selby 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 57472 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57472, SD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57472, SD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Selby Elementary - 02
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
108 E Dakota St
Selby, SD 57472
(605) 649-7818
Selby, SD 57472
(605) 649-7818
Gr: PK-5 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Selby Middle School - 03
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
108 E Dakota St
Selby, SD 57472
(605) 649-7818
Selby, SD 57472
(605) 649-7818
Gr: 6-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 57472, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 57472, SD include Selby Elementary - 02 and Selby Middle School - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57472?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57472.
What is the racial composition of students in 57472?
57472 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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