For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 86 students in Faith, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Faith, SD are Faith Elementary - 02 and Maurine Elementary - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Faith, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Faith have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Faith, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Faith Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
206 W 5th St
Faith, SD 57626
(605) 967-2152
Faith, SD 57626
(605) 967-2152
Gr: PK-6 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Maurine Elementary - 04
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17291 Us Hwy 212
Faith, SD 57626
(605) 967-2152
Faith, SD 57626
(605) 967-2152
Gr: K-8 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Faith, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Faith, SD include Faith Elementary - 02 and Maurine Elementary - 04.
How many public elementary schools are located in Faith?
2 public elementary schools are located in Faith.
What is the racial composition of students in Faith?
Faith public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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