Best Schools in Onida, South Dakota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Onida by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Sully Buttes High School - 07
High · Agar-blunt-onida School District 58-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Onida Elementary - 04
Elementary · Agar-blunt-onida School District 58-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sully Buttes Middle School - 06
Middle · Agar-blunt-onida School District 58-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Onida for 2026 are Sully Buttes High School - 07 (8.0/10), Onida Elementary - 04 (7.3/10), and Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 (6.1/10), 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
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$199,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$199,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Onida
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 | Sully Buttes High School - 07 | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Onida Elementary - 04 | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 | 6.1 / 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $71,708
- Median home value
- $199,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Onida compares
South Dakota rank
#30 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$72k
103% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Onida, South Dakota
Onida, 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 7.1 out of 10, schools in Onida 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 Onida is Sully Buttes High School - 07 with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Onida is served by 1 school district: Agar-Blunt-Onida School District 58-3. These districts collectively serve 229 students.
Onida's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,708. The poverty rate in the area is 9.0%.
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 | 85 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 58 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
Schools in Onida
Onida, South Dakota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,708
Median Home Value
$199,100
Median Rent
$958/mo
Population
893
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
84%
Poverty Rate
9.0%
Community Profile
Onida has a median household income of $71,708. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,100, with a median rent of $958/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% 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 Onida, South Dakota
How many schools are in Onida, South Dakota?
Onida has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Onida, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Onida is 7.1 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 Onida, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Onida on MySchoolScout is Sully Buttes High School - 07 with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Onida, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Onida on MySchoolScout is Onida Elementary - 04 with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Onida, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Onida on MySchoolScout is Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Onida, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Onida on MySchoolScout is Sully Buttes High School - 07 with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Onida, South Dakota?
Onida is served by 1 school district: Agar-blunt-onida School District 58-3.
What is the education level in Onida, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Onida have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Onida, South Dakota?
The median household income in Onida is approximately $71,708 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Onida, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Onida is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Onida, 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.