For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 156 students in 57456, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57456, SD are Leola Elementary - 02, Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 and Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57456 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57456, SD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57456, SD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leola Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
820 Leola Ave
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Gr: PK-5 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Grassland Colony Elementary - 06
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11865 370th Ave
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Gr: K-8 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #33.
Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
36562 102nd St
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Gr: K-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #44.
Leola Jr. High - 03
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
820 Leola Ave
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Gr: 6-8 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #55.
Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
36848 123rd St
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Gr: K-8 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 57456, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57456, SD include Leola Elementary - 02, Grassland Colony Elementary - 06 and Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57456?
5 public elementary schools are located in 57456.
What is the racial composition of students in 57456?
57456 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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