| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethan School District 17-1 | Ethan | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 283 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Mount Vernon School District 17-3 | Mount Vernon | 9/10 Excellent · 80th pct | 273 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Mitchell School District 17-2 | Mitchell | 8/10 Good · 78th pct | 2,722 | 9 | K–12 | 2 |
How Davison County compares
Together they enroll 3,278 students across 15 schools. The largest is Mitchell School District 17-2 with 2,722 students. Districts here average 9.0/10, above the South Dakota average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 8/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Davison County, South Dakota
Davison County has 3 public school districts covering 4 zip codes. The top-rated district in Davison County is Ethan School District 17-1 (10/10). 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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