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Best Schools in De Smet, South Dakota

Compare 3 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

3
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
362
Total Students
Across De Smet
13.3:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
3 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score45%
ELA Assessment Score55%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)2 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • ✓Largest student enrollment is 176 students at Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02.
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
De Smet High School - 01
publichighGrade 9-12
405 3Rd St Sw, De Smet, SD 57231
6
Rating
Students
95
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
69.5%
Math Proficiency
49.5%
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02
publicelementaryPK-5
405 Ingalls Ave Sw, De Smet, SD 57231
5.5
Rating
Students
176
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
52%
De Smet Middle School - 03
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
405 3Rd St Sw, De Smet, SD 57231
3.5
Rating
Students
91
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
32%

Detailed Overview of Schools in De Smet

De Smet, South Dakota is home to 3 schools serving over 362 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in De Smet, South Dakota?

There are 3 schools in De Smet, serving 362 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in De Smet?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in De Smet include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in De Smet?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in De Smet is 13.3:1.

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