For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 311 students in 57702, SD.
The top-ranked public preschool in 57702, SD is Canyon Lake Elementary - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 57702 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the South Dakota public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Pre schools in 57702, SD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public preschool average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best 57702, SD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Lake Elementary - 04
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Evergreen Dr
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-1817
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-1817
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
1500 Evergreen Dr
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-1817
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-1817
Gr: K | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
57702, South Dakota 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kibben-kuster - 52 (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
3302 West St Cloud St
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-1813
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-1813
Gr: PK-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 57702, SD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 57702, SD include Canyon Lake Elementary - 04.
How many public preschools are located in 57702?
2 public preschools are located in 57702.
What is the racial composition of students in 57702?
57702 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public preschools average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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