| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester School District 39-1 | Chester | 6/10 Average · 56th pct | 576 | 7 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Oldham-Ramona School District 39-5 | Oldham | 5/10 Average · 46th pct | 157 | 5 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Madison Central School District 39-2 | Madison | 5/10 Average · 40th pct | 1,147 | 3 | K–12 | 2 |
| Rutland School District 39-4 | Nunda | 2/10 Poor · 18th pct | 189 | 4 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Lake County compares
Together they enroll 2,069 students across 19 schools. The largest is Madison Central School District 39-2 with 1,147 students. Districts here average 4.5/10, below the South Dakota average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 6/10.
School Districts in Lake County, South Dakota
Lake County has 4 public school districts covering 8 zip codes. The top-rated district in Lake County is Chester School District 39-1 (6/10). 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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