Best 57201 South Dakota Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 424 students in 57201, SD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 57201, SD are Mckinley Early Childhood Center - 06 and Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 57201 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 57201, SD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public preschool average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Best 57201, SD Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckinley Early Childhood Center - 06
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5 12th St Sw
Watertown, SD 57201
(605) 882-6350
Gr: PK-K | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
319 Mary Pl
Watertown, SD 57201
(605) 886-9174
Gr: PK-5 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 57201, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 57201, SD include Mckinley Early Childhood Center - 06 and Waverly-south Shore Elementary - 02.
How many public preschools are located in 57201?
2 public preschools are located in 57201.
What is the racial composition of students in 57201?
57201 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% 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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