Best Schools in Faith, South Dakota
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Faith by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Faith High School - 01
High · Faith School District 46-2. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Faith Elementary - 02
Elementary · Faith School District 46-2. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$162,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$162,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Faith
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Faith High School - 01 | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Faith Elementary - 02 | 5.7 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $64,188
- Median home value
- $162,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Faith compares
Median household income
$64k
92% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Faith, South Dakota
Faith, South Dakota is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Faith 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 Faith is Faith High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Faith is served by 1 school district: Faith School District 46-2. These districts collectively serve 186 students.
Faith's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,188. The poverty rate in the area is 22.1%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 18 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19 students · 7th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 77 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
Schools in Faith
Faith, South Dakota · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,188
Median Home Value
$162,500
Median Rent
$550/mo
Population
909
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Community Profile
Faith has a median household income of $64,188. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $162,500, with a median rent of $550/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Faith, South Dakota
How many schools are in Faith, South Dakota?
Faith has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Faith, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Faith is 6.7 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 Faith, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Faith on MySchoolScout is Faith High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Faith, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Faith on MySchoolScout is Faith Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Faith, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Faith on MySchoolScout is Faith High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Faith, South Dakota?
Faith is served by 1 school district: Faith School District 46-2.
What is the education level in Faith, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Faith have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Faith, South Dakota?
The median household income in Faith is approximately $64,188 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Faith, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Faith is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Faith, 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.