Best 57216 South Dakota Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 19 students in 57216, SD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 57216, SD is Big Stone City Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 57216 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 57216, SD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).

Best 57216, SD Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Stone City Middle School - 03
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
655 Walnut St
Big Stone City, SD 57216
(605) 862-8108
Gr: 6-8 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
Contract - 02
200 Trojan Dr
Big Stone City, SD 57216
(605) 862-8108
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 57216, SD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 57216, SD include Big Stone City Middle School - 03.
How many public middle schools are located in 57216?
2 public middle schools are located in 57216.
What is the racial composition of students in 57216?
57216 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).

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