For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 108 students in 57016, SD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 57016, SD are Chester Middle School - 03 and Rustic Acres Elementary - 04. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 57016 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 57016, SD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).
Best 57016, SD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chester Middle School - 03
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
102 2nd Ave
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Grades: 6-8
| 69 students
Rank: #22.
Rustic Acres Elementary - 04
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24243 456th Ave
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Chester, SD 57016
(605) 489-2411
Grades: K-8
| 39 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 57016, SD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 57016, SD include Chester Middle School - 03 and Rustic Acres Elementary - 04.
How many public middle schools are located in 57016?
2 public middle schools are located in 57016.
What is the racial composition of students in 57016?
57016 public middle schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).
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