Best Schools in Mcintosh, South Dakota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Mcintosh?
Use this page to compare every school in Mcintosh by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Mcintosh High School - 01
High · Mcintosh School District 15-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mcintosh Middle School - 03
Middle · Mcintosh School District 15-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mcintosh Elementary - 02
Elementary · Mcintosh School District 15-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mcintosh for 2026 are Mcintosh High School - 01 (8.4/10), Mcintosh Middle School - 03 (7.5/10), and Mcintosh Elementary - 02 (3.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$62,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$62,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mcintosh
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mcintosh High School - 01 | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Mcintosh Middle School - 03 | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Mcintosh Elementary - 02 | 3.5 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $56,667
- Median home value
- $62,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Mcintosh compares
South Dakota rank
#57 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$57k
81% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Mcintosh, South Dakota
Mcintosh, South Dakota is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Mcintosh 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 Mcintosh is Mcintosh High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mcintosh is served by 1 school district: McIntosh School District 15-1. These districts collectively serve 129 students.
Mcintosh's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,667. The poverty rate in the area is 10.2%.
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 | 42 students · Pre-K–4th | 3.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40 students · 5th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 |
Schools in Mcintosh
Mcintosh, South Dakota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,667
Median Home Value
$62,500
Median Rent
$613/mo
Population
244
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
83%
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Community Profile
Mcintosh has a median household income of $56,667. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $62,500, with a median rent of $613/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Mcintosh, South Dakota
How many schools are in Mcintosh, South Dakota?
Mcintosh has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mcintosh, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mcintosh is 6.5 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 Mcintosh, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Mcintosh on MySchoolScout is Mcintosh High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mcintosh, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mcintosh on MySchoolScout is Mcintosh Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 3.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Mcintosh, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Mcintosh on MySchoolScout is Mcintosh Middle School - 03 with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Mcintosh, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Mcintosh on MySchoolScout is Mcintosh High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Mcintosh, South Dakota?
Mcintosh is served by 1 school district: Mcintosh School District 15-1.
What is the education level in Mcintosh, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Mcintosh have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mcintosh, South Dakota?
The median household income in Mcintosh is approximately $56,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mcintosh, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mcintosh is 7.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mcintosh, 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.