Best Schools in Britton, South Dakota
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Britton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Britton-hecla High School - 01
High · Britton-hecla School District 45-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Britton-hecla Elementary - 02
Elementary · Britton-hecla School District 45-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Britton-hecla Middle School - 03
Middle · Britton-hecla School District 45-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Britton for 2026 are Britton-hecla High School - 01 (7.7/10), Britton-hecla Elementary - 02 (6.3/10), and Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 (4.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$118,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$118,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Britton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Britton-hecla High School - 01 | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Britton-hecla Elementary - 02 | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 | 4.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 | 2.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $71,563
- Median home value
- $118,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Britton compares
South Dakota rank
#108 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$72k
103% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Britton, South Dakota
Britton, South Dakota is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Britton 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 Britton is Britton-hecla High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Britton is served by 1 school district: Britton-Hecla School District 45-4. These districts collectively serve 480 students.
Britton's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,563. The poverty rate in the area is 9.7%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 173 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 34 students · Kindergarten–8th | 2.8 |
| 3 | 28 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 109 students · 6th–8th | 4.2 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 126 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 10 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Britton
Britton, South Dakota · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,563
Median Home Value
$118,400
Median Rent
$788/mo
Population
1,916
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
77%
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Community Profile
Britton has a median household income of $71,563. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $118,400, with a median rent of $788/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Britton, South Dakota
How many schools are in Britton, South Dakota?
Britton has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Britton, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Britton is 5.3 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 Britton, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Britton on MySchoolScout is Britton-hecla High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Britton, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Britton on MySchoolScout is Britton-hecla Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Britton, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Britton on MySchoolScout is Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best high school in Britton, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Britton on MySchoolScout is Britton-hecla High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Britton, South Dakota?
Britton is served by 1 school district: Britton-hecla School District 45-4.
What is the education level in Britton, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Britton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Britton, South Dakota?
The median household income in Britton is approximately $71,563 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Britton, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Britton is 15.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Britton, 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.