For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,941 students in 57106, SD (there are , serving 731 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 57106, SD are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 57106, SD are Rf Pettigrew Elementary - 17, Discovery Elementary - 26 and John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57106 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57106, SD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best 57106, SD 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rf Pettigrew Elementary - 17
(Math: 57% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7900 W 53rd St
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-3560
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-3560
Gr: PK-5 | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Discovery Elementary - 26
(Math: 60% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1506 S Discovery Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-3530
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-3530
Gr: PK-5 | 867 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57
(Math: 61% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4501 S Holbrook Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-2784
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-2784
Gr: K-5 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Memorial Middle School - 04
(Math: 54% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1401 S Sertoma Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-2785
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-2785
Gr: 6-8 | 1,138 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
Roosevelt High School - 03
(Math: 34% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6600 W 41st St
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-2860
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-2860
Gr: 9-12 | 1,776 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Oscar Howe Elementary - 58
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Valley View Rd
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-2752
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-2752
Gr: K-5 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
57106, South Dakota 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6600 W 41st St
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-2860
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 362-2860
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 57106, SD?
The top ranked public schools in 57106, SD include Rf Pettigrew Elementary - 17, Discovery Elementary - 26 and John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57.
How many public schools are located in 57106?
6 public schools are located in 57106.
What percentage of students in 57106 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 57106 are educated in public schools (compared to the SD state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 57106?
57106 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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