Best Schools in St. Francis, South Dakota
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Other
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Spring Creek Elementary - 07
Elementary · Todd County School District 66-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$35,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$35,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in St. Francis
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spring Creek Elementary - 07 | 5.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $36,250
- Median home value
- $35,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 53%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How St. Francis compares
Median household income
$36k
52% of South Dakota median
About Schools in St. Francis, South Dakota
St. Francis, South Dakota is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in St. Francis 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 St. Francis is Spring Creek Elementary - 07 with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
St. Francis is served by 2 school districts: Todd County School District 66-1, St. Francis Indian School. These districts collectively serve 2,643 students.
St. Francis's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $36,250. The poverty rate in the area is 57.8%.
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 | 60 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.7 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 594 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in St. Francis
St. Francis, South Dakota · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$36,250
Median Home Value
$35,000
Median Rent
$573/mo
Population
1,457
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
53%
Poverty Rate
57.8%
Community Profile
St. Francis has a median household income of $36,250. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $35,000, with a median rent of $573/month. The area has a poverty rate of 57.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in St. Francis, South Dakota
How many schools are in St. Francis, South Dakota?
St. Francis has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in St. Francis, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in St. Francis is 5.7 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 St. Francis, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in St. Francis on MySchoolScout is Spring Creek Elementary - 07 with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in St. Francis, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in St. Francis on MySchoolScout is Spring Creek Elementary - 07 with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve St. Francis, South Dakota?
St. Francis is served by 2 school districts: Todd County School District 66-1, St. Francis Indian School.
What is the education level in St. Francis, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in St. Francis have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in St. Francis, South Dakota?
The median household income in St. Francis is approximately $36,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in St. Francis, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in St. Francis is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in St. Francis, 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.