For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 472 students in Hayti, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in Hayti, SD is Hamlin Elementary - 09. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hayti, 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 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in Hayti have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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 Hayti, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamlin Elementary - 09
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
44577 188th St
Hayti, SD 57241
(605) 783-3631
Hayti, SD 57241
(605) 783-3631
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Hayti, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in Hayti, SD include Hamlin Elementary - 09.
How many public preschools are located in Hayti?
1 public preschools are located in Hayti.
What is the racial composition of students in Hayti?
Hayti public preschools minority enrollment is 6% 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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