2022 Best Schools in the Sioux Falls Area

Valley Springs Elementary School

• Brandon Valley School District, SD
• K-4

• grade A

• 98 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brandon Elementary School

• Brandon Valley School District, SD
• PK, K-4
• Rating 3 out of 5  1 review

• grade A

• 644 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brandon Valley Intermediate School

• Brandon Valley School District, SD
• 5-6

• grade A

• 675 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fred Assam Elementary School

• Brandon Valley School District, SD
• K-4
• Rating 3 out of 5  2 reviews

Middle School Student: This was the first school I went to and it offers amazing and fun teachers that you don't get in the majority of schools, even for younger kids! Anyone in the Brandon District get top-level education and a step above others who didn't go here...Read 2 Reviews

• grade A

• 538 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brandon Valley Middle School

• Brandon Valley School District, SD
• 7-8

• grade A

• 693 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Robert Bennis Elementary School

• Brandon Valley School District, SD
• K-4
• Rating 2.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: Our third child will be starting at RBE this fall and we've been very happy with the teachers and staff thus far. Everyone we've encountered seems to genuinely care about our kids. Our oldest is going into 6th grade and has an IEP for reading/writing she started in 4th grade, but we have had to do private tutoring since first grade to keep her "at grade level" for reading. ...However, it does feel like the Brandon Valley School district as a whole teaches/preps kids how to take standardized tests and doesn't focus on actual writing or spelling and focuses on "speed reading" and less comprehension to take those standardized tests to keep their ranking of #1 School District in the state. But as a whole, RBE has been great for us!...Read 2 Reviews

• grade A

• 558 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Washington High School

• Sioux Falls School District, SD
• 9-12
• Rating 4.12 out of 5  318 reviews

Senior: Overall, Washington is an amazing school! The teachers and faculty are wonderful and do an awesome job helping student academically, and personally. They not only provide tutoring for student struggling to maintain good grades, but they also provide school supplies and other personal necessities to students in need. The diversity makes the school unique and really prepares students for the real world, and builds their respect for other cultures, religions, and people with troubling income. Washington also provides around 5 different languages for students to learn (Spanish, German, French, Lakota dialect, and ASL). My school also provides a program within the curriculum that aids students who’s first language is not English. While translating work into their first language, they also learn what the work means in English. Washington is the best public school in Sioux Falls, SD, I absolutely recommend attending...Read 318 Reviews

• grade A

• 1,950 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dell Rapids Elementary School

• Dell Rapids School District, SD
• K-4

• grade A

• 408 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sonia Sotomayor Spanish Immersion Elementary School

• Sioux Falls School District, SD
• PK, K-5

• grade A

• 700 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Challenge Center School

• Sioux Falls School District, SD
• 2-5

• grade A

• 178 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brandon Valley High School

• Brandon Valley School District, SD
• 9-12
• Rating 4 out of 5  222 reviews

Alum: Brandon Valley High School prepared me for college by giving me freedom and independence. I enjoyed the classes I took and teachers were always willing to lend a hand. Implemented into my sophomore year, for forty-five minutes after school, teachers stayed in classrooms to allow time for students who needed it. This was especially helpful to those who rode the bus or didn't have time in the morning to communicate with teachers. At the time of my involvement, I didn't consider Brandon Valley to have amazing food; however, after experiencing what other schools offered, I am grateful for the nutrients this district provided. There were plenty of whole grains and the vegetables were always cooked thoroughly. Overall, I loved the atmosphere this school had to offer. It really felt like a whole community...Read 222 Reviews

• grade A

• 1,217 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

All City Elementary School

• Sioux Falls School District, SD
• K-5

• grade A minus

• 146 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

O'Gorman High School

• Private School
• SIOUX FALLS, SD
• 9-12
• Rating 4.05 out of 5  141 reviews

Senior: At O'Gorman High School, I felt like I had the resources and all the help I could have asked for in everything. I was pushed throughout all four years and I know I would not be the student I am today if it wasn't for the encouragement of the staff. I always felt like I had a place in the school and that I could express myself. I often felt like my classes were manageable, even though I was enrolled in the most difficult courses in the nation. Additionally, I acquired many skills, such as communication, planning ahead, leadership, and problem solving. I had every opportunity to grow and I never felt hindered by anything. O'Gorman is truly a wonderful school and prepared my for the world after high school...Read 141 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 784 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Endeavor Elementary - 07

• Harrisburg School District, SD
• K-5

• grade A minus

• 521 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lincoln High School

• Sioux Falls School District, SD
• 9-12
• Rating 3.89 out of 5  233 reviews

Senior: I absolutely loved attending Lincoln High School. The best part about this school is that there is a place for everyone. Lincoln goes above and beyond to make sure that everyone feels included and that they are getting the most out of their education. In addition to that, nearly every teacher that I encountered during my time at Lincoln was ready and willing to go above and beyond to help me achieve my goals and learn the most that I possibly could. Thank you Lincoln High School for making it the best four years possible! Even though some may consider us to be a big school, we are a family and I am going to miss seeing all of the teachers and underclassmen next year when I move on to the next stage of my life...Read 233 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 2,052 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Edison Middle School

• Sioux Falls School District, SD
• 6-8
• Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Junior: One of the better middle schools in town; Has good school spirt and not very much bullying compared to other schools in district. Edison also has great accelerated classes. Although does not have the same music department as Patrick Henry...Read 2 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 1,125 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary School

• Hills-Beaver Creek School District, MN
• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• 160 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

R.F. Pettigrew Elementary School

• Sioux Falls School District, SD
• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• 990 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sioux Falls Christian Schools

• Private School
• SIOUX FALLS, SD
• PK, K-12
• Rating 3.85 out of 5  110 reviews

Parent: Sioux Falls Christian has been and continues to be an excellent school for our children. It has been a commitment financially for us to choose this and it has been worth every penny. The staff and admin truly care about students, their families, the culture and it's academics. This school really nails so many of the key important aspects of what a great school should provide. Raising children is hard and it does take a village. I'm so glad that this school and the people in it are my village. I've never experienced a school that is perfect and SFC isn't either but what I love is that they continually strive to provide a Christ-centered education and fulfill their mission to "Love, Grow, and Go Glorify" while offering a high standard of academic excellence. Our now college-age child was very well prepared for academics and the world. Part of this is being connected as a parent and having healthy conversations alongside what SFC taught her. We are so thankful for this partnership!...Read 110 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 1,232 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tri-Valley Junior High School

• Tri-Valley School District, SD
• 7-8

• grade A minus

• 149 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Roosevelt High School

• Sioux Falls School District, SD
• 9-12
• Rating 3.94 out of 5  403 reviews

Alum: I really enjoyed my time here at Roosevelt High School. All of the staff members and teachers were very helpful to the students to ensure they can succeed in high school. The school had a lot of school spirit, especially during football season and homecoming season where we cheer our school to victory. I would have to say the music and art department always puts on really good musicals and shows that I would have to say really good and the students who participated are really good actors. The school food was decent but I would recommend bigger portions and more diverse food that kids are unfamiliar with. So that they can try and taste what type of food that cuisine has to offer. Overall, I made a lot of good memories from this school, and I hope the next generations of students entering this school will have a blast and make memories!...Read 403 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 2,451 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

John F. Kennedy Elementary School

• Sioux Falls School District, SD
• K-5

• grade A minus

• 601 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Memorial Middle School

• Sioux Falls School District, SD
• 6-8

• grade A minus

• 1,371 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Harvey Dunn Elementary School

• Sioux Falls School District, SD
• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• 760 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tea Area Elementary School

• Tea Area School District, SD
• K-5

• grade A minus

• 485 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio