| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faulkton School District 24-4 | Faulkton | 10/10 Excellent · 98th pct | 386 | 7 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Northwestern Area School District 56-7 | Cresbard | 8/10 Good · 72nd pct | 336 | 5 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Redfield School District 56-4 | Rockham | 2/10 Poor · 13th pct | 555 | 6 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Faulk County compares
Together they enroll 1,277 students across 18 schools. The largest is Redfield School District 56-4 with 555 students. Districts here average 6.7/10, above the South Dakota average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Faulk County, South Dakota
Faulk County has 3 public school districts covering 5 zip codes. The top-rated district in Faulk County is Faulkton School District 24-4 (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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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Faulk County, SD?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Faulk 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 Faulk County, SD?
Of the districts serving Faulk County, Faulkton School District 24-4 has the highest rating on this site at 10/10. That places it in the 98th 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.