Best 57037 South Dakota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 132 students in 57037, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57037, SD are Irene - Wakonda High School - 01 and Irene - Wakonda Jr. High - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57037 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57037, SD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).

Best 57037, SD Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Irene - Wakonda High School - 01
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
130 E State St
Irene, SD 57037
(605) 263-3313
Gr: 9-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Irene - Wakonda Jr. High - 04
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
130 E State St
Irene, SD 57037
(605) 263-3313
Gr: 7-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 57037, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57037, SD include Irene - Wakonda High School - 01 and Irene - Wakonda Jr. High - 04.
How many public schools are located in 57037?
2 public schools are located in 57037.
What is the racial composition of students in 57037?
57037 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 34% (majority American Indian).

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