Best Schools in Bison, South Dakota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Bison High School - 01
High · Bison School District 52-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bison Elementary - 02
Elementary · Bison School District 52-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$92,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$92,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bison
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bison High School - 01 | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Bison Elementary - 02 | 4.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $73,500
- Median home value
- $92,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Bison compares
Median household income
$74k
105% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Bison, South Dakota
Bison, South Dakota is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Bison show moderate performance 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 Bison is Bison High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bison is served by 1 school district: Bison School District 52-1. These districts collectively serve 137 students.
Bison's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,500. The poverty rate in the area is 5.6%.
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 | 71 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 students · 7th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 |
Schools in Bison
Bison, South Dakota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,500
Median Home Value
$92,100
Median Rent
$943/mo
Population
590
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
77%
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Community Profile
Bison has a median household income of $73,500. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $92,100, with a median rent of $943/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in South Dakota
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Bison, South Dakota
How many schools are in Bison, South Dakota?
Bison has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bison, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bison is 6.5 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 Bison, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Bison on MySchoolScout is Bison High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bison, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bison on MySchoolScout is Bison Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Bison, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Bison on MySchoolScout is Bison High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Bison, South Dakota?
Bison is served by 1 school district: Bison School District 52-1.
What is the education level in Bison, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Bison have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bison, South Dakota?
The median household income in Bison is approximately $73,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bison, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bison is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bison, 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.