| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Webster School District 18-5 | Grenville | 9/10 Excellent · 88th pct | 551 | 3 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Waubay School District 18-3 | Ortley | 2/10 Poor · 19th pct | 183 | 3 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Day County compares
Together they enroll 734 students across 6 schools. The largest is Webster School District 18-5 with 551 students. Districts here average 5.5/10, level with the South Dakota average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Day County, South Dakota
Day County has 2 public school districts covering 6 zip codes. The top-rated district in Day County is Webster School District 18-5 (9/10). 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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