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3 schools in Hermosa

South Dakota · Public K-12

Across Hermosa, 3 public K-12 schools serve approximately 282 students across 2 elementary and 1 middle.

7-year change in Hermosa

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
282
-10 (-3%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
+1 (+50%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Hermosa Elementary - 04ElementaryPK-06181
Hermosa Middle School - 07Middle07-0848
Red Shirt School - 04ElementaryPK-0853

About Hermosa

Hermosa, South Dakota is home to 3 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 282 students. By school count, it is a compact city.

For a sense of the school types, the city covers 2 elementary, and 1 middle.

Schools in Hermosa average about 94 students each, 55% below the South Dakota norm.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Hermosa has shrank 3% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 292 students to 282. Over that span, Hermosa gained 1 school, going from 2 to 3.

On this page, the community for Hermosa discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Hermosa, South Dakota?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in Hermosa, with a combined enrollment of about 282.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Hermosa?
Hermosa has 2 elementary, 1 middle public schools.
What is the largest public school in Hermosa?
Hermosa Elementary - 04 is the largest public school in Hermosa by enrollment, with approximately 181 students.
What school districts serve Hermosa?
Hermosa is served by 2 public school districts, including Custer School District 16-1, Oglala Lakota County School District 65-1.
What grade levels do public schools in Hermosa cover?
Public schools in Hermosa serve students from pre-K through grade 8.