Best Schools in Deadwood, South Dakota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Lead-deadwood Elementary - 03
Elementary · Lead-deadwood School District 40-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$279,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$279,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Deadwood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lead-deadwood Elementary - 03 | 4.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.6/10
- Median household income
- $44,750
- Median home value
- $279,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Deadwood compares
Median household income
$45k
64% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Deadwood, South Dakota
Deadwood, South Dakota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.6 out of 10, schools in Deadwood 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 Deadwood is Lead-deadwood Elementary - 03 with a composite score of 4.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Deadwood is served by 1 school district: Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1. These districts collectively serve 671 students.
Deadwood's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $44,750. The poverty rate in the area is 6.7%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 244 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.6 |
Schools in Deadwood
Deadwood, South Dakota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$44,750
Median Home Value
$279,300
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
1,870
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
62%
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Community Profile
Deadwood has a median household income of $44,750. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $279,300, with a median rent of $725/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Deadwood, South Dakota
How many schools are in Deadwood, South Dakota?
Deadwood has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Deadwood, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Deadwood is 4.6 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 Deadwood, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Deadwood on MySchoolScout is Lead-deadwood Elementary - 03 with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Deadwood, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Deadwood on MySchoolScout is Lead-deadwood Elementary - 03 with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve Deadwood, South Dakota?
Deadwood is served by 1 school district: Lead-deadwood School District 40-1.
What is the education level in Deadwood, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Deadwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Deadwood, South Dakota?
The median household income in Deadwood is approximately $44,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Deadwood, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Deadwood is 9.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Deadwood, 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.