| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vermillion School District 13-1 | Burbank | 7/10 Good · 61st pct | 1,436 | 4 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Irene-Wakonda School District 13-3 | Wakonda | 5/10 Average · 46th pct | 293 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Clay County compares
Together they enroll 1,729 students across 7 schools. The largest is Vermillion School District 13-1 with 1,436 students. Districts here average 6.0/10, above the South Dakota average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 7/10.
School Districts in Clay County, South Dakota
Clay County has 2 public school districts covering 3 zip codes. The top-rated district in Clay County is Vermillion School District 13-1 (7/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in South Dakota. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Clay County, SD?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Clay County, SD. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Clay County, SD?
Of the districts serving Clay County, Vermillion School District 13-1 has the highest rating on this site at 7/10. That places it in the 61st percentile among South Dakota school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on South Dakota reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in South Dakota and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within South Dakota only, never across state lines.