Best 57717 South Dakota Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 389 students in 57717, SD.
The top-ranked public high school in 57717, SD is Belle Fourche High School - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 57717 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Dakota public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 63% statewide average). High schools in 57717, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 57717 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the South Dakota average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Belle Fourche High School - 01, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Dakota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public high school average of 36% (majority American Indian).

Best 57717, SD Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belle Fourche High School - 01
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1301 12th Ave
Belle Fourche, SD 57717
(605) 723-3350
Gr: 9-12 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 57717, SD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 57717, SD include Belle Fourche High School - 01.
How many public high schools are located in 57717?
1 public high schools are located in 57717.
What is the racial composition of students in 57717?
57717 public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public high schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).

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