Best Schools in Dewey, South Dakota
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$118,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$118,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $59,485
- Median home value
- $118,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Dewey compares
Median household income
$59k
85% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Dewey, South Dakota
Dewey, South Dakota is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
Dewey is served by 1 school district: Elk Mountain School District 16-2. These districts collectively serve 18 students.
Dewey's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,485. The poverty rate in the area is 16.7%.
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 | 17 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Dewey
Dewey, South Dakota · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$59,485
Median Home Value
$118,100
Median Rent
$1,011/mo
Population
1,715
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
81%
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Community Profile
Dewey has a median household income of $59,485. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $118,100, with a median rent of $1,011/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Dewey, South Dakota
How many schools are in Dewey, South Dakota?
Dewey has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
How many school districts serve Dewey, South Dakota?
Dewey is served by 1 school district: Elk Mountain School District 16-2.
What is the education level in Dewey, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Dewey have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dewey, South Dakota?
The median household income in Dewey is approximately $59,485 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dewey, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dewey is 8.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dewey, 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.