| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spearfish School District 40-2 | Spearfish | 7/10 Good · 69th pct | 2,423 | 7 | K–12 | 2 |
| Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1 | Deadwood | 4/10 Below Average · 31st pct | 736 | 4 | K–12 | 3 |
How Lawrence County compares
Together they enroll 3,159 students across 11 schools. The largest is Spearfish School District 40-2 with 2,423 students. Districts here average 5.5/10, level with the South Dakota average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 4/10 to 7/10.
School Districts in Lawrence County, South Dakota
Lawrence County has 2 public school districts covering 5 zip codes. The top-rated district in Lawrence County is Spearfish School District 40-2 (7/10). 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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