Best Schools in White, South Dakota
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Deubrook High School - 01
High · Deubrook Area School District 05-6. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Deubrook Jr. High - 02
Middle · Deubrook Area School District 05-6. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$178,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$178,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in White
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deubrook High School - 01 | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Deubrook Jr. High - 02 | 6.2 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $65,417
- Median home value
- $178,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How White compares
Median household income
$65k
94% of South Dakota median
About Schools in White, South Dakota
White, South Dakota is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in White 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 White is Deubrook High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
White is served by 2 school districts: Elkton School District 05-3, Deubrook Area School District 05-6. These districts collectively serve 870 students.
White's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,417. The poverty rate in the area is 3.4%.
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 | 11 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
| 2 | 28 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
| 3 | 27 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42 students · 7th–8th | 6.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 107 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 |
Schools in White
White, South Dakota · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,417
Median Home Value
$178,100
Median Rent
$679/mo
Population
949
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Community Profile
White has a median household income of $65,417. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $178,100, with a median rent of $679/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in White, South Dakota
How many schools are in White, South Dakota?
White has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in White, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in White is 7.2 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, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in White on MySchoolScout is Deubrook High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in White, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in White on MySchoolScout is Deubrook Jr. High - 02 with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in White, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in White on MySchoolScout is Deubrook High School - 01 with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve White, South Dakota?
White is served by 2 school districts: Elkton School District 05-3, Deubrook Area School District 05-6.
What is the education level in White, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in White have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in White, South Dakota?
The median household income in White is approximately $65,417 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in White, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in White is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in White, 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.