| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanson School District 30-1 | Alexandria | 10/10 Excellent · 96th pct | 396 | 6 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Bridgewater-Emery School District 30-3 | Emery | 8/10 Good · 79th pct | 333 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Mitchell School District 17-2 | Fulton | 8/10 Good · 78th pct | 2,722 | 9 | K–12 | 1 |
How Hanson County compares
Together they enroll 3,451 students across 18 schools. The largest is Mitchell School District 17-2 with 2,722 students. Districts here average 8.7/10, above the South Dakota average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 8/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Hanson County, South Dakota
Hanson County has 3 public school districts covering 3 zip codes. The top-rated district in Hanson County is Hanson School District 30-1 (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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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Hanson County, SD?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Hanson 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 Hanson County, SD?
Of the districts serving Hanson County, Hanson School District 30-1 has the highest rating on this site at 10/10. That places it in the 96th 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.