Best Schools in Clear Lake, South Dakota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Clear Lake?
Use this page to compare every school in Clear Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Deuel High School - 01
High · Deuel School District 19-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Clear Lake Elementary - 02
Elementary · Deuel School District 19-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Clear Lake Middle School - 04
Middle · Deuel School District 19-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Clear Lake for 2026 are Deuel High School - 01 (6.5/10), Clear Lake Elementary - 02 (6.0/10), and Clear Lake Middle School - 04 (4.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$175,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$175,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Clear Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deuel High School - 01 | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Clear Lake Elementary - 02 | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Clear Lake Middle School - 04 | 4.2 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $71,250
- Median home value
- $175,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Clear Lake compares
South Dakota rank
#95 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$71k
102% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Clear Lake, South Dakota
Clear Lake, 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 5.6 out of 10, schools in Clear Lake 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 Clear Lake is Deuel High School - 01 with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Clear Lake is served by 1 school district: Deuel School District 19-4. These districts collectively serve 544 students.
Clear Lake's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,250. The poverty rate in the area is 9.0%.
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 | 274 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 99 students · 6th–8th | 4.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 171 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Clear Lake
Clear Lake, South Dakota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,250
Median Home Value
$175,800
Median Rent
$678/mo
Population
1,834
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
9.0%
Community Profile
Clear Lake has a median household income of $71,250. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,800, with a median rent of $678/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Clear Lake, South Dakota
How many schools are in Clear Lake, South Dakota?
Clear Lake has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Clear Lake, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Clear Lake is 5.6 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 Clear Lake, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Clear Lake on MySchoolScout is Deuel High School - 01 with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Clear Lake, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Clear Lake on MySchoolScout is Clear Lake Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Clear Lake, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Clear Lake on MySchoolScout is Clear Lake Middle School - 04 with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best high school in Clear Lake, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Clear Lake on MySchoolScout is Deuel High School - 01 with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Clear Lake, South Dakota?
Clear Lake is served by 1 school district: Deuel School District 19-4.
What is the education level in Clear Lake, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Clear Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Clear Lake, South Dakota?
The median household income in Clear Lake is approximately $71,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Clear Lake, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Clear Lake is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Clear Lake, 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.