Best Schools in Mount Vernon, South Dakota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Mount Vernon?
Use this page to compare every school in Mount Vernon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mount Vernon Elementary - 02
Elementary · Mount Vernon School District 17-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mount Vernon High School- 01
High · Mount Vernon School District 17-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03
Middle · Mount Vernon School District 17-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mount Vernon for 2026 are Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 (8.3/10), Mount Vernon High School- 01 (7.9/10), and Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 (7.1/10), 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
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$207,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$207,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mount Vernon
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 | Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Mount Vernon High School- 01 | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 | 7.1 / 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $72,750
- Median home value
- $207,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Mount Vernon compares
South Dakota rank
#14 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.5
above South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$73k
104% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Mount Vernon, South Dakota
Mount Vernon, 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 7.8 out of 10, schools in Mount Vernon perform strongly 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 Mount Vernon is Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mount Vernon is served by 1 school district: Mount Vernon School District 17-3. These districts collectively serve 266 students.
Mount Vernon's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,750. The poverty rate in the area is 3.7%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 117 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 61 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 88 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 |
Schools in Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, South Dakota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,750
Median Home Value
$207,000
Median Rent
$389/mo
Population
867
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
69%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Community Profile
Mount Vernon has a median household income of $72,750. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $207,000, with a median rent of $389/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. 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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Common questions about schools in Mount Vernon, South Dakota
How many schools are in Mount Vernon, South Dakota?
Mount Vernon has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mount Vernon, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mount Vernon is 7.8 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 Mount Vernon, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mount Vernon, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Mount Vernon, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Mount Vernon, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is Mount Vernon High School- 01 with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Mount Vernon, South Dakota?
Mount Vernon is served by 1 school district: Mount Vernon School District 17-3.
What is the education level in Mount Vernon, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Mount Vernon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mount Vernon, South Dakota?
The median household income in Mount Vernon is approximately $72,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mount Vernon, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mount Vernon is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mount Vernon, 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.