For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 376 students in Hyde County, SD.
Hyde County, SD public elementary schools have a diversity score of 0.00, which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 0.56.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hyde County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highmore Elementary - 02
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
415 Iowa Ave S
Highmore, SD 57345
(605) 852-2276
Highmore, SD 57345
(605) 852-2276
Gr: PK-6 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
101 Chieftain Road
Stephan, SD 57346
(605) 852-2455
Stephan, SD 57346
(605) 852-2455
Gr: 6-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 80:1
Rank: n/an/a
103 Chieftain Road
Stephan, SD 57346
(605) 852-6360
Stephan, SD 57346
(605) 852-6360
Gr: K-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hyde County, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hyde County, SD include Highmore Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hyde County?
2 public elementary schools are located in Hyde County.
What is the racial composition of students in Hyde County?
Hyde County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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