Best Public Schools in Zip Code 57501

The 57501 zip code area of Pierre, South Dakota is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Pierre School District 32-2. The data reveals that these schools generally perform above the state averages in academic assessments, with a few standout institutions leading the way.

T.F. Riggs High School - 01 is a consistent top performer, ranked 32nd out of 141 high schools in the state and boasting a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. It has a strong 86.4% 4-year graduation rate. Buchanan Elementary - 03 also stands out, ranking 38th out of 201 elementary schools in South Dakota and earning 4-star ratings, particularly in English Language Arts with 63.77% of students proficient or better.

The schools in the 57501 zip code serve populations with varying levels of economic disadvantage, as indicated by the wide range in free/reduced lunch rates, from 15.97% at T.F. Riggs High School to 97.64% at Pierre Indian Learning Center. While the schools generally outperform the Pierre School District 32-2 and the state of South Dakota, addressing chronic absenteeism and providing targeted support for economically disadvantaged students could be areas for improvement.