Best Schools in Waubay, South Dakota
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Waubay Elementary - 02
Elementary · Waubay School District 18-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Waubay High School - 01
High · Waubay School District 18-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$155,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$155,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Waubay
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waubay Elementary - 02 | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Waubay High School - 01 | 5.7 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $48,750
- Median home value
- $155,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Waubay compares
South Dakota rank
#85 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$49k
70% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Waubay, South Dakota
Waubay, 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 6.0 out of 10, schools in Waubay 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 Waubay is Waubay Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waubay is served by 2 school districts: Waubay School District 18-3, Enemy Swim Day School. These districts collectively serve 328 students.
Waubay's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,750. The poverty rate in the area is 21.9%.
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 | 77 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 156 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 students · 7th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 68 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Waubay
Waubay, South Dakota · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,750
Median Home Value
$155,800
Median Rent
$578/mo
Population
1,226
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Community Profile
Waubay has a median household income of $48,750. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $155,800, with a median rent of $578/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.9%, 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
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Common questions about schools in Waubay, South Dakota
How many schools are in Waubay, South Dakota?
Waubay has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waubay, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waubay is 6.0 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 Waubay, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Waubay on MySchoolScout is Waubay Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Waubay, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Waubay on MySchoolScout is Waubay Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best high school in Waubay, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Waubay on MySchoolScout is Waubay High School - 01 with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Waubay, South Dakota?
Waubay is served by 2 school districts: Waubay School District 18-3, Enemy Swim Day School.
What is the education level in Waubay, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Waubay have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waubay, South Dakota?
The median household income in Waubay is approximately $48,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waubay, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waubay is 47.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waubay, 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.