Best Schools in Flandreau, South Dakota
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Flandreau by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Flandreau Middle School - 03
Middle · Flandreau School District 50-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Flandreau High School - 01
High · Flandreau School District 50-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pleasant Valley Colony Elementary - 06
Elementary · Flandreau School District 50-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Flandreau for 2026 are Flandreau Middle School - 03 (5.0/10), Flandreau High School - 01 (4.9/10), and Pleasant Valley Colony Elementary - 06 (4.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$175,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$175,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Flandreau
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flandreau Middle School - 03 | 5.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Flandreau High School - 01 | 4.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Pleasant Valley Colony Elementary - 06 | 4.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Flandreau Elementary - 04 | 3.3 / 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
- 4.3/10
- Median household income
- $66,735
- Median home value
- $175,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 13 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Flandreau compares
South Dakota rank
#125 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.9
below South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$67k
96% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Flandreau, South Dakota
Flandreau, South Dakota is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.3 out of 10, schools in Flandreau 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 Flandreau is Flandreau Middle School - 03 with a composite score of 5.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Flandreau is served by 2 school districts: Flandreau School District 50-3, Flandreau Indian Boarding School. These districts collectively serve 805 students.
Flandreau's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,735. The poverty rate in the area is 14.1%.
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 | 33 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.0 |
| 2 | 270 students · Kindergarten–4th | 3.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 188 students · 5th–8th | 5.0 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
| 2 | 107 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Flandreau
Flandreau, South Dakota · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,735
Median Home Value
$175,400
Median Rent
$661/mo
Population
3,112
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
13 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Community Profile
Flandreau has a median household income of $66,735. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,400, with a median rent of $661/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.1%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 13 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Flandreau, South Dakota
How many schools are in Flandreau, South Dakota?
Flandreau has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Flandreau, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Flandreau is 4.3 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 Flandreau, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Flandreau on MySchoolScout is Flandreau Middle School - 03 with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Flandreau, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Flandreau on MySchoolScout is Pleasant Valley Colony Elementary - 06 with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Flandreau, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Flandreau on MySchoolScout is Flandreau Middle School - 03 with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best high school in Flandreau, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Flandreau on MySchoolScout is Flandreau High School - 01 with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Flandreau, South Dakota?
Flandreau is served by 2 school districts: Flandreau School District 50-3, Flandreau Indian Boarding School.
What is the education level in Flandreau, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Flandreau have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Flandreau, South Dakota?
The median household income in Flandreau is approximately $66,735 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Flandreau, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Flandreau is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Flandreau, 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.