Best Schools in Manderson, South Dakota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.0
out of 10
Median Income
$23,269
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.0
out of 10
Median Income
$23,269
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.0/10
- Median household income
- $23,269
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 0%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 9%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Manderson compares
Median household income
$23k
33% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Manderson, South Dakota
Manderson, South Dakota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.0 out of 10, schools in Manderson 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 Manderson is Wounded Knee District School with a composite score of 4.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Manderson is served by 1 school district: Wounded Knee District School. These districts collectively serve 150 students.
Manderson's community shows 0% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $23,269. The poverty rate in the area is 98.0%.
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 | 150 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.0 |
Schools in Manderson
Manderson, South Dakota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$23,269
Median Rent
$535/mo
Population
922
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
9%
Poverty Rate
98.0%
Community Profile
Manderson has a median household income of $23,269. It is a community where 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 98.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Manderson, South Dakota
How many schools are in Manderson, South Dakota?
Manderson has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Manderson, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Manderson is 4.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Manderson, South Dakota?
Manderson is served by 1 school district: Wounded Knee District School.
What is the education level in Manderson, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 0% of adults in Manderson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Manderson, South Dakota?
The median household income in Manderson is approximately $23,269 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Manderson, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Manderson is 18.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Manderson, 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.