Best Schools in Wessington Springs, South Dakota
7 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Wessington Springs by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Wessington Springs Elementary - 02
Elementary · Wessington Springs School District 36-2. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Wessington Springs High School - 01
High · Wessington Springs School District 36-2. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Wessington Springs High School Cyber School - 92
High · Wessington Springs School District 36-2. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wessington Springs for 2026 are Wessington Springs Elementary - 02 (8.9/10), Wessington Springs High School - 01 (6.2/10), and Wessington Springs High School Cyber School - 92 (2.6/10), 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
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$132,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$132,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Wessington Springs schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Wessington Springs
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wessington Springs Elementary - 02 | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Wessington Springs High School - 01 | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Wessington Springs High School Cyber School - 92 | 2.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 | 2.3 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $77,083
- Median home value
- $132,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 17 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wessington Springs compares
South Dakota rank
#120 of 129
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below South Dakota avg (6.3)
Median household income
$77k
110% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
4
Wessington Springs School District 36-2 runs Wessington Springs's public schools
7 public schools. Wessington Springs School District 36-2 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Wessington Springs is a Wessington Springs School District 36-2 school (7 of 7).
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 2.3 to 8.9 — the spread is inside Wessington Springs, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Wessington Springs, South Dakota
Wessington Springs, South Dakota is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Wessington Springs show moderate performance 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 Wessington Springs is Wessington Springs Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wessington Springs is served by 1 school district: Wessington Springs School District 36-2. These districts collectively serve 429 students.
Wessington Springs's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,083. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.
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 | 140 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 19 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
| 3 | 7 students · Kindergarten–6th | — |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42 students · 7th–8th | 2.3 |
| 2 | 23 students · 7th–8th | — |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 90 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
| 2 | 108 students · 9th–12th | 2.6 |
Schools in Wessington Springs
Wessington Springs, South Dakota · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$77,083
Median Home Value
$132,100
Median Rent
$457/mo
Population
1,238
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Community Profile
Wessington Springs has a median household income of $77,083. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $132,100, with a median rent of $457/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Wessington Springs, South Dakota
How many schools are in Wessington Springs, South Dakota?
Wessington Springs has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wessington Springs, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wessington Springs is 5.0 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 Wessington Springs, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Wessington Springs on MySchoolScout is Wessington Springs Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wessington Springs, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wessington Springs on MySchoolScout is Wessington Springs Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Wessington Springs, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Wessington Springs on MySchoolScout is Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 with a composite score of 2.3/10.
What is the best high school in Wessington Springs, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Wessington Springs on MySchoolScout is Wessington Springs High School - 01 with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Wessington Springs, South Dakota?
Wessington Springs is served by 1 school district: Wessington Springs School District 36-2.
What is the education level in Wessington Springs, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Wessington Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wessington Springs, South Dakota?
The median household income in Wessington Springs is approximately $77,083 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wessington Springs, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wessington Springs is 32.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wessington 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.