Best Schools in White Lake, South Dakota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in White Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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White Lake High School - 01
High · White Lake School District 01-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
White Lake Elementary - 02
Elementary · White Lake School District 01-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$105,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$105,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in White Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | White Lake High School - 01 | 4.5 / 10 |
| 2 | White Lake Elementary - 02 | 4.0 / 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
- 4.3/10
- Median household income
- $71,250
- Median home value
- $105,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How White Lake compares
Median household income
$71k
102% of South Dakota median
About Schools in White Lake, South Dakota
White Lake, South Dakota is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.3 out of 10, schools in White Lake 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 White Lake is White Lake High School - 01 with a composite score of 4.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
White Lake is served by 1 school district: White Lake School District 01-3. These districts collectively serve 124 students.
White Lake's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,250. The poverty rate in the area is 7.2%.
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 | 66 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 students · 6th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
Schools in White Lake
White Lake, South Dakota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,250
Median Home Value
$105,600
Median Rent
$658/mo
Population
815
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Community Profile
White Lake has a median household income of $71,250. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $105,600, with a median rent of $658/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in White Lake, South Dakota
How many schools are in White Lake, South Dakota?
White Lake has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in White Lake, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in White Lake is 4.3 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 White Lake, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in White Lake on MySchoolScout is White Lake High School - 01 with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in White Lake, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in White Lake on MySchoolScout is White Lake Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best high school in White Lake, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in White Lake on MySchoolScout is White Lake High School - 01 with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve White Lake, South Dakota?
White Lake is served by 1 school district: White Lake School District 01-3.
What is the education level in White Lake, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in White Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in White Lake, South Dakota?
The median household income in White Lake is approximately $71,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in White Lake, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in White Lake 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 White Lake, 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.