Best Public Schools in Mitchell, SD


Summary:

The city of Mitchell, South Dakota is home to 10 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Mitchell School District 17-2. The district is ranked 32 out of 126 school districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Several schools stand out in the district, including Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 and Longfellow Elementary - 05, which both rank in the top 60 elementary schools in South Dakota and have 4-star ratings. The lone middle school, Mitchell Middle School - 02, also performs well, ranking 31st out of 147 middle schools in the state. However, the data reveals a mix of high and low-performing schools, with the smaller alternative schools like Abbott House High School - 07 and Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 struggling with lower graduation rates, test scores, and higher spending per student.

Overall, the Mitchell School District 17-2 appears to be a strong performing district, with several standout elementary and middle schools. However, the data also highlights the need for additional support and resources for the lower-performing schools, particularly the smaller alternative options, to ensure all students in the district have access to a high-quality education.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the South Dakota Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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