Best Schools in Colman, South Dakota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Colman by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Colman-egan High School - 01
High · Colman-egan School District 50-5. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Colman-egan Jr. High - 02
Middle · Colman-egan School District 50-5. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Colman Elementary - 03
Elementary · Colman-egan School District 50-5. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Colman for 2026 are Colman-egan High School - 01 (7.8/10), Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 (6.3/10), and Colman Elementary - 03 (5.8/10), 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
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$260,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$260,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Colman
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 | Colman-egan High School - 01 | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Colman Elementary - 03 | 5.8 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $89,643
- Median home value
- $260,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Colman compares
South Dakota rank
#48 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$90k
128% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Colman, South Dakota
Colman, 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 6.6 out of 10, schools in Colman 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 Colman is Colman-egan High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Colman is served by 1 school district: Colman-Egan School District 50-5. These districts collectively serve 301 students.
Colman's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $89,643. The poverty rate in the area is 5.9%.
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 | 168 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43 students · 7th–8th | 6.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 90 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 |
Schools in Colman
Colman, South Dakota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$89,643
Median Home Value
$260,700
Median Rent
$733/mo
Population
1,630
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Community Profile
Colman has a median household income of $89,643. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $260,700, with a median rent of $733/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Colman, South Dakota
How many schools are in Colman, South Dakota?
Colman has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Colman, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Colman is 6.6 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 Colman, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Colman on MySchoolScout is Colman-egan High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Colman, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Colman on MySchoolScout is Colman Elementary - 03 with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Colman, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Colman on MySchoolScout is Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Colman, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Colman on MySchoolScout is Colman-egan High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Colman, South Dakota?
Colman is served by 1 school district: Colman-egan School District 50-5.
What is the education level in Colman, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Colman have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Colman, South Dakota?
The median household income in Colman is approximately $89,643 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Colman, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Colman is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Colman, 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.