Best Schools in Valley Springs, South Dakota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.2
out of 10
Median Home
$251,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.2
out of 10
Median Home
$251,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.2/10
- Median household income
- $107,222
- Median home value
- $251,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Valley Springs compares
Median household income
$107k
154% of South Dakota median
Brandon Valley School District 49-2 runs Valley Springs's public schools
1 public school. Brandon Valley School District 49-2 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Valley Springs is a Brandon Valley School District 49-2 school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Valley Springs, South Dakota
Valley Springs, South Dakota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.2 out of 10, schools in Valley Springs perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Valley Springs is Valley Springs Elementary - 04 with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Valley Springs is served by 1 school district: Brandon Valley School District 49-2. These districts collectively serve 4,991 students.
Valley Springs's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $107,222. The poverty rate in the area is 4.3%.
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 | 67 students · Kindergarten–4th | 9.2 |
Schools in Valley Springs
Valley Springs, South Dakota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$107,222
Median Home Value
$251,500
Median Rent
$1,096/mo
Population
1,699
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
85%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Community Profile
Valley Springs has a median household income of $107,222. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $251,500, with a median rent of $1,096/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Valley Springs, South Dakota
How many schools are in Valley Springs, South Dakota?
Valley Springs has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Valley Springs, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Valley Springs is 9.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Valley Springs, South Dakota?
Valley Springs is served by 1 school district: Brandon Valley School District 49-2.
What is the education level in Valley Springs, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Valley Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Valley Springs, South Dakota?
The median household income in Valley Springs is approximately $107,222 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Valley Springs, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Valley Springs is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Valley Springs, 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.