What types of schools are available in Pierre, South Dakota?

Pierre, South Dakota offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Pierre, South Dakota

Q: How many schools are in Pierre, South Dakota?

There are 5 schools in Pierre, South Dakota, serving 2,749 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Pierre?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Pierre, South Dakota, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 5 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

2,749

Total Students

Across Pierre

15.6:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

5 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score53%

ELA Assessment Score56%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)1 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)4 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 855 students at T F Riggs High School - 01.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 13:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

T F Riggs High School - 01

publichighGrade 9-12

1010 E Broadway Ave, Pierre, SD 57501

Buchanan Elementary - 03

publicelementaryK-5

100 N Buchanan Ave, Pierre, SD 57501

Kennedy Elementary - 08

publicelementaryK-5

2306 Brookstone Loop, Pierre, SD 57501

Jefferson Elementary - 06

publicelementaryK-5

900 N Poplar Ave, Pierre, SD 57501

Georgia Morse Middle School - 02

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

309 E Capitol Ave, Pierre, SD 57501

Detailed Overview of Schools in Pierre

Pierre, South Dakota is home to 5 schools serving over 2,749 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.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Pierre, South Dakota?

There are 5 schools in Pierre, serving 2,749 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Pierre?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Pierre 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 Pierre?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Pierre is 15.6:1.

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