Best Schools in Faulkton, South Dakota
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Faulkton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Faulkton Elementary - 02
Elementary · Faulkton Area Schools 24-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10
Elementary · Faulkton Area Schools 24-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Faulkton High School - 01
High · Faulkton Area Schools 24-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Faulkton for 2026 are Faulkton Elementary - 02 (8.5/10), Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 (8.5/10), and Faulkton High School - 01 (8.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
7
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$116,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$116,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Faulkton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Faulkton Elementary - 02 | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Faulkton High School - 01 | 8.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Faulkton Middle School - 08 | 7.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 | 5.4 / 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
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $72,847
- Median home value
- $116,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
80% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Faulkton compares
South Dakota rank
#16 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.5
above South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$73k
104% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Faulkton, South Dakota
Faulkton, South Dakota is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Faulkton perform strongly 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 Faulkton is Faulkton Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Faulkton is served by 1 school district: Faulkton Area Schools 24-4. These districts collectively serve 393 students.
Faulkton's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,847. The poverty rate in the area is 20.3%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 175 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 32 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.5 |
| 3 | 34 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.4 |
| 4 | 19 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 52 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 5 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Faulkton
Faulkton, South Dakota · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,847
Median Home Value
$116,400
Median Rent
$791/mo
Population
983
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Community Profile
Faulkton has a median household income of $72,847. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $116,400, with a median rent of $791/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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Common questions about schools in Faulkton, South Dakota
How many schools are in Faulkton, South Dakota?
Faulkton has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Faulkton, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Faulkton is 7.7 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 Faulkton, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Faulkton on MySchoolScout is Faulkton Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Faulkton, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Faulkton on MySchoolScout is Faulkton Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Faulkton, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Faulkton on MySchoolScout is Faulkton Middle School - 08 with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Faulkton, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Faulkton on MySchoolScout is Faulkton High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Faulkton, South Dakota?
Faulkton is served by 1 school district: Faulkton Area Schools 24-4.
What is the education level in Faulkton, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Faulkton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Faulkton, South Dakota?
The median household income in Faulkton is approximately $72,847 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Faulkton, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Faulkton is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Faulkton, 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.