Best Schools in Bowdle, South Dakota
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Bowdle by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bowdle Elementary - 02
Elementary · Bowdle School District 22-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bowdle High School - 01
High · Bowdle School District 22-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$114,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$114,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bowdle
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bowdle Elementary - 02 | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Bowdle High School - 01 | 6.7 / 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
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $57,750
- Median home value
- $114,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Bowdle compares
Median household income
$58k
83% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Bowdle, South Dakota
Bowdle, South Dakota is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Bowdle 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 Bowdle is Bowdle Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bowdle is served by 1 school district: Bowdle School District 22-1. These districts collectively serve 109 students.
Bowdle's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,750. 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 | 38 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 students · 6th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Schools in Bowdle
Bowdle, South Dakota · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,750
Median Home Value
$114,300
Median Rent
$693/mo
Population
569
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
63%
Poverty Rate
12.0%
Community Profile
Bowdle has a median household income of $57,750. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $114,300, with a median rent of $693/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
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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Common questions about schools in Bowdle, South Dakota
How many schools are in Bowdle, South Dakota?
Bowdle has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bowdle, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bowdle is 7.7 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 Bowdle, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Bowdle on MySchoolScout is Bowdle Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bowdle, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bowdle on MySchoolScout is Bowdle Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Bowdle, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Bowdle on MySchoolScout is Bowdle High School - 01 with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Bowdle, South Dakota?
Bowdle is served by 1 school district: Bowdle School District 22-1.
What is the education level in Bowdle, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Bowdle have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bowdle, South Dakota?
The median household income in Bowdle is approximately $57,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bowdle, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bowdle is 7.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bowdle, 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.