For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 351 students in Garretson, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Garretson, SD are Garretson Middle School - 03 and Garretson Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Garretson, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Garretson have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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 Garretson, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garretson Middle School - 03
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
505 2nd St
Garretson, SD 57030
(605) 594-3452
Garretson, SD 57030
(605) 594-3452
Gr: 6-8 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Garretson Elementary - 02
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
505 2nd St
Garretson, SD 57030
(605) 594-3453
Garretson, SD 57030
(605) 594-3453
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Garretson, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Garretson, SD include Garretson Middle School - 03 and Garretson Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Garretson?
2 public elementary schools are located in Garretson.
What is the racial composition of students in Garretson?
Garretson public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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