Best Schools in Tulare, South Dakota
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Tulare by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hitchcock-tulare High School - 01
High · Hitchcock Tulare School District 56-6. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$123,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$123,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Tulare
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hitchcock-tulare High School - 01 | 7.6 / 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
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $80,313
- Median home value
- $123,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 91%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Tulare compares
Median household income
$80k
115% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Tulare, South Dakota
Tulare, South Dakota is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Tulare 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 Tulare is Hitchcock-tulare High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tulare is served by 1 school district: Hitchcock Tulare School District 56-6. These districts collectively serve 247 students.
Tulare's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,313. The poverty rate in the area is 22.5%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
| 2 | 21 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22 students · 7th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
Schools in Tulare
Tulare, South Dakota · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$80,313
Median Home Value
$123,700
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
463
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
91%
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Community Profile
Tulare has a median household income of $80,313. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $123,700, with a median rent of $725/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Tulare, South Dakota
How many schools are in Tulare, South Dakota?
Tulare has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tulare, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tulare is 7.6 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 Tulare, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Tulare on MySchoolScout is Hitchcock-tulare High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Tulare, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Tulare on MySchoolScout is Hitchcock-tulare High School - 01 with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Tulare, South Dakota?
Tulare is served by 1 school district: Hitchcock Tulare School District 56-6.
What is the education level in Tulare, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Tulare have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tulare, South Dakota?
The median household income in Tulare is approximately $80,313 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tulare, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tulare is 10.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tulare, 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.