For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 323 students in 57356, SD.
The top-ranked public schools in 57356, SD are Lakeview Colony Elementary - 05, Andes Central High School - 01 and Andes Central Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57356 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57356, SD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public school average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Best 57356, SD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Colony Elementary - 05
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
28748 386th Ave
Lake Andes, SD 57356
(605) 487-7655
Lake Andes, SD 57356
(605) 487-7655
Gr: K-8 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #22.
Andes Central High School - 01
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1001 High St
Lake Andes, SD 57356
(605) 487-7671
Lake Andes, SD 57356
(605) 487-7671
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Andes Central Elementary - 02
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 High St
Lake Andes, SD 57356
(605) 487-5243
Lake Andes, SD 57356
(605) 487-5243
Gr: PK-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Andes Central Middle School - 04
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1001 High St
Lake Andes, SD 57356
(605) 487-5207
Lake Andes, SD 57356
(605) 487-5207
Gr: 6-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 57356, SD?
The top-ranked public schools in 57356, SD include Lakeview Colony Elementary - 05, Andes Central High School - 01 and Andes Central Elementary - 02.
How many public schools are located in 57356?
4 public schools are located in 57356.
What is the racial composition of students in 57356?
57356 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public schools average of 34% (majority American Indian).
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