Best Schools in Milbank, South Dakota
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Milbank by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Milbank Elementary - 03
Elementary · Milbank School District 25-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Milbank Middle School - 02
Middle · Milbank School District 25-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Milbank High School - 01
High · Milbank School District 25-4. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Milbank for 2026 are Milbank Elementary - 03 (7.5/10), Milbank Middle School - 02 (6.6/10), and Milbank High School - 01 (6.5/10), 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
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$184,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$184,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Milbank
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Milbank Elementary - 03 | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Milbank Middle School - 02 | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Milbank High School - 01 | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | St Lawrence School | 5.1 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $69,900
- Median home value
- $184,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Milbank compares
South Dakota rank
#62 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$70k
100% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Milbank, South Dakota
Milbank, South Dakota is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Milbank 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 Milbank is Milbank Elementary - 03 with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Milbank is served by 1 school district: Milbank School District 25-4. These districts collectively serve 1,014 students.
Milbank's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,900. The poverty rate in the area is 9.8%.
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 | 429 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Lawrence School
Private
92 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.1 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 213 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 362 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Milbank
Milbank, South Dakota · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,900
Median Home Value
$184,500
Median Rent
$525/mo
Population
4,882
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Community Profile
Milbank has a median household income of $69,900. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $184,500, with a median rent of $525/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Milbank, South Dakota
How many schools are in Milbank, South Dakota?
Milbank has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Milbank, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Milbank is 6.4 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 Milbank, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Milbank on MySchoolScout is Milbank Elementary - 03 with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Milbank, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Milbank on MySchoolScout is Milbank Elementary - 03 with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Milbank, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Milbank on MySchoolScout is Milbank Middle School - 02 with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Milbank, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Milbank on MySchoolScout is Milbank High School - 01 with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Milbank, South Dakota?
Milbank is served by 1 school district: Milbank School District 25-4.
What is the education level in Milbank, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Milbank have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Milbank, South Dakota?
The median household income in Milbank is approximately $69,900 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Milbank, South Dakota?
Yes, Milbank has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Lawrence School with a score of 5.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Milbank, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Milbank is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Milbank, 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.