Best Schools in Platte, South Dakota
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Platte by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14
Elementary · Platte - Geddes School District 11-5. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02
Elementary · Platte - Geddes School District 11-5. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Platte - Geddes High School - 01
High · Platte - Geddes School District 11-5. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Platte for 2026 are Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 (8.9/10), Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 (8.1/10), and Platte - Geddes High School - 01 (7.5/10), 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$226,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$226,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Platte
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Platte - Geddes High School - 01 | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 | 7.2 / 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
- 7.9/10
- Median household income
- $76,292
- Median home value
- $226,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Platte compares
South Dakota rank
#7 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.7
above South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$76k
109% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Platte, South Dakota
Platte, South Dakota is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Platte 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 Platte is Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Platte is served by 1 school district: Platte - Geddes School District 11-5. These districts collectively serve 509 students.
Platte's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,292. The poverty rate in the area is 20.7%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 223 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 |
| 3 | 23 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Platte
Platte, South Dakota · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,292
Median Home Value
$226,000
Median Rent
$869/mo
Population
2,605
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Community Profile
Platte has a median household income of $76,292. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $226,000, with a median rent of $869/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Platte, South Dakota
How many schools are in Platte, South Dakota?
Platte has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Platte, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Platte is 7.9 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 Platte, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Platte on MySchoolScout is Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Platte, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Platte on MySchoolScout is Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Platte, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Platte on MySchoolScout is Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Platte, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Platte on MySchoolScout is Platte - Geddes High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Platte, South Dakota?
Platte is served by 1 school district: Platte - Geddes School District 11-5.
What is the education level in Platte, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Platte have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Platte, South Dakota?
The median household income in Platte is approximately $76,292 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Platte, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Platte 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 Platte, 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.