Best Schools in Big Stone City, South Dakota
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Big Stone City Elementary - 01
Elementary · Big Stone City School District 25-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
9.5
out of 10
Median Home
$212,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
9.5
out of 10
Median Home
$212,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Big Stone City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Big Stone City Elementary - 01 | 9.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.5/10
- Median household income
- $78,417
- Median home value
- $212,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Big Stone City compares
Median household income
$78k
112% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Big Stone City, South Dakota
Big Stone City, South Dakota is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 9.5 out of 10, schools in Big Stone City perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Big Stone City is Big Stone City Elementary - 01 with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Big Stone City is served by 1 school district: Big Stone City School District 25-1. These districts collectively serve 73 students.
Big Stone City's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,417. The poverty rate in the area is 12.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 57 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 students · 6th–8th | — |
Schools in Big Stone City
Big Stone City, South Dakota · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,417
Median Home Value
$212,700
Median Rent
$721/mo
Population
1,389
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
12.0%
Community Profile
Big Stone City has a median household income of $78,417. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $212,700, with a median rent of $721/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Big Stone City, South Dakota
How many schools are in Big Stone City, South Dakota?
Big Stone City has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Big Stone City, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Big Stone City is 9.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Big Stone City, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Big Stone City on MySchoolScout is Big Stone City Elementary - 01 with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Big Stone City, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Big Stone City on MySchoolScout is Big Stone City Elementary - 01 with a composite score of 9.5/10.
How many school districts serve Big Stone City, South Dakota?
Big Stone City is served by 1 school district: Big Stone City School District 25-1.
What is the education level in Big Stone City, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Big Stone City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Big Stone City, South Dakota?
The median household income in Big Stone City is approximately $78,417 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Big Stone City, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Big Stone City is 6.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Big Stone City, South Dakota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, South Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.