| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eureka School District 44-1 | Eureka | 9/10 Excellent · 85th pct | 163 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Leola School District 44-2 | Leola | 8/10 Good · 72nd pct | 210 | 7 | PK–12 | 2 |
How McPherson County compares
Together they enroll 373 students across 10 schools. The largest is Leola School District 44-2 with 210 students. Districts here average 8.5/10, above the South Dakota average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 8/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in McPherson County, South Dakota
McPherson County has 2 public school districts covering 3 zip codes. The top-rated district in McPherson County is Eureka School District 44-1 (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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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in McPherson County, SD?
2 school districts serve zip codes in McPherson 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 McPherson County, SD?
Of the districts serving McPherson County, Eureka School District 44-1 has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 85th 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.