For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 269 students in Custer, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in Custer, SD is Custer Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Custer, SD public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in Custer have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public preschool average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Custer, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Custer Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1415 Wildcat Ln
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-4483
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-4483
Gr: PK-6 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Custer, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in Custer, SD include Custer Elementary - 02.
How many public preschools are located in Custer?
1 public preschools are located in Custer.
What is the racial composition of students in Custer?
Custer public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public preschools average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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