For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 178 students in 57363, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57363, SD are Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 and Mount Vernon Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 57363 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 57363, SD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best 57363, SD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Vernon Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 N Main
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Gr: PK-5 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 N Main
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Mount Vernon, SD 57363
(605) 236-5237
Gr: 6-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 57363, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 57363, SD include Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 and Mount Vernon Middle School - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in 57363?
2 public elementary schools are located in 57363.
What is the racial composition of students in 57363?
57363 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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