Best Schools in Parmelee, South Dakota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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He Dog Elementary - 05
Elementary · Todd County School District 66-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$10,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$10,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Parmelee
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | He Dog Elementary - 05 | 5.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $16,553
- Median home value
- $10,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 3%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 25%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Parmelee compares
Median household income
$17k
24% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Parmelee, South Dakota
Parmelee, South Dakota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Parmelee 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 Parmelee is He Dog Elementary - 05 with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Parmelee is served by 1 school district: Todd County School District 66-1. These districts collectively serve 2,049 students.
Parmelee's community shows 3% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $16,553. The poverty rate in the area is 70.2%.
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 | 200 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.2 |
Schools in Parmelee
Parmelee, South Dakota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$16,553
Median Home Value
$10,300
Median Rent
$498/mo
Population
1,136
College Educated
3%
Homeownership
25%
Poverty Rate
70.2%
Community Profile
Parmelee has a median household income of $16,553. It is a community where 3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $10,300, with a median rent of $498/month. The area has a poverty rate of 70.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Parmelee, South Dakota
How many schools are in Parmelee, South Dakota?
Parmelee has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Parmelee, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Parmelee 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 Parmelee, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Parmelee on MySchoolScout is He Dog Elementary - 05 with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Parmelee, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Parmelee on MySchoolScout is He Dog Elementary - 05 with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Parmelee, South Dakota?
Parmelee is served by 1 school district: Todd County School District 66-1.
What is the education level in Parmelee, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 3% of adults in Parmelee have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Parmelee, South Dakota?
The median household income in Parmelee is approximately $16,553 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Parmelee, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Parmelee is 18.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Parmelee, 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.