Best Schools in Oelrichs, South Dakota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Oelrichs by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Oelrichs High School - 01
High · Oelrichs School District 23-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Oelrichs Elementary - 02
Elementary · Oelrichs School District 23-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Oelrichs Jr. High - 03
Middle · Oelrichs School District 23-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Oelrichs for 2026 are Oelrichs High School - 01 (5.6/10), Oelrichs Elementary - 02 (5.2/10), and Oelrichs Jr. High - 03 (4.8/10), 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
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$114,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$114,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Oelrichs
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 | Oelrichs High School - 01 | 5.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Oelrichs Elementary - 02 | 5.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Oelrichs Jr. High - 03 | 4.8 / 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
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $71,607
- Median home value
- $114,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Oelrichs compares
South Dakota rank
#111 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$72k
103% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Oelrichs, South Dakota
Oelrichs, 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 5.2 out of 10, schools in Oelrichs 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 Oelrichs is Oelrichs High School - 01 with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Oelrichs is served by 1 school district: Oelrichs School District 23-3. These districts collectively serve 112 students.
Oelrichs's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,607. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
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 | 44 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Oelrichs
Oelrichs, South Dakota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,607
Median Home Value
$114,700
Median Rent
$939/mo
Population
336
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Oelrichs has a median household income of $71,607. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $114,700, with a median rent of $939/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. 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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Common questions about schools in Oelrichs, South Dakota
How many schools are in Oelrichs, South Dakota?
Oelrichs has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Oelrichs, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Oelrichs is 5.2 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 Oelrichs, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Oelrichs on MySchoolScout is Oelrichs High School - 01 with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Oelrichs, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Oelrichs on MySchoolScout is Oelrichs Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Oelrichs, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Oelrichs on MySchoolScout is Oelrichs Jr. High - 03 with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best high school in Oelrichs, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Oelrichs on MySchoolScout is Oelrichs High School - 01 with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Oelrichs, South Dakota?
Oelrichs is served by 1 school district: Oelrichs School District 23-3.
What is the education level in Oelrichs, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Oelrichs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Oelrichs, South Dakota?
The median household income in Oelrichs is approximately $71,607 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Oelrichs, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Oelrichs is 8.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Oelrichs, 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.