| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanborn Central School District 55-5 | Artesian | 8/10 Good · 78th pct | 210 | 4 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Woonsocket School District 55-4 | Woonsocket | 5/10 Average · 49th pct | 285 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Sanborn County compares
Together they enroll 495 students across 6 schools. The largest is Woonsocket School District 55-4 with 285 students. Districts here average 6.5/10, above the South Dakota average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 8/10.
School Districts in Sanborn County, South Dakota
Sanborn County has 2 public school districts covering 3 zip codes. The top-rated district in Sanborn County is Sanborn Central School District 55-5 (8/10). 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 Sanborn County, SD?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Sanborn 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 Sanborn County, SD?
Of the districts serving Sanborn County, Sanborn Central School District 55-5 has the highest rating on this site at 8/10. That places it in the 78th 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.