For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 426 students in Beresford, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Beresford, SD are Beresford Elementary - 02 and Beresford Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Beresford, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Beresford have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Beresford, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beresford Elementary - 02
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
209 S 4th St
Beresford, SD 57004
(605) 763-5012
Beresford, SD 57004
(605) 763-5012
Gr: K-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Beresford Middle School - 03
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
205 W Maple St
Beresford, SD 57004
(605) 763-2139
Beresford, SD 57004
(605) 763-2139
Gr: 6-8 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Beresford, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Beresford, SD include Beresford Elementary - 02 and Beresford Middle School - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in Beresford?
2 public elementary schools are located in Beresford.
What is the racial composition of students in Beresford?
Beresford public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% 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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