Best Schools in Irene, South Dakota
2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Irene by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Irene - Wakonda High School - 01
High · Irene - Wakonda School District 13-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Irene - Wakonda Jr. High - 04
Middle · Irene - Wakonda School District 13-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$143,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$143,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Irene
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Irene - Wakonda High School - 01 | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Irene - Wakonda Jr. High - 04 | 3.0 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $67,857
- Median home value
- $143,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Irene compares
Median household income
$68k
97% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Irene, South Dakota
Irene, South Dakota is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Irene 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 Irene is Irene - Wakonda High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Irene is served by 1 school district: Irene - Wakonda School District 13-3. These districts collectively serve 290 students.
Irene's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,857. The poverty rate in the area is 8.7%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 51 students · 7th–8th | 3.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 78 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 |
Schools in Irene
Irene, South Dakota · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,857
Median Home Value
$143,000
Median Rent
$844/mo
Population
908
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Community Profile
Irene has a median household income of $67,857. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,000, with a median rent of $844/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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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.
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Common questions about schools in Irene, South Dakota
How many schools are in Irene, South Dakota?
Irene has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Irene, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Irene is 5.7 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 Irene, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Irene on MySchoolScout is Irene - Wakonda High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Irene, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Irene on MySchoolScout is Irene - Wakonda Jr. High - 04 with a composite score of 3.0/10.
What is the best high school in Irene, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Irene on MySchoolScout is Irene - Wakonda High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Irene, South Dakota?
Irene is served by 1 school district: Irene - Wakonda School District 13-3.
What is the education level in Irene, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Irene have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Irene, South Dakota?
The median household income in Irene is approximately $67,857 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Irene, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Irene is 18.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Irene, 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.