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3 schools in New Underwood

South Dakota · Public K-12

New Underwood's public-school directory totals 3 schools, with student enrollment near 280 (1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high).

7-year change in New Underwood

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
280
+43 (+18%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
83%
was 82%
% Hispanic
3%
was 3%
% Black
0%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
New Underwood Elementary - 02ElementaryKG-05113
New Underwood High School - 01High09-1292
New Underwood Middle School - 04Middle06-0875

About New Underwood

Public education in New Underwood, South Dakota runs across 3 schools that serves roughly 280 students. By footprint, New Underwood sits in the rural-scale bracket.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city covers 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Schools in New Underwood average about 93 students each, 55% meaningfully below the South Dakota norm.

Looking at the last 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment increased 18%: 237 students in SY 2017-18 versus 280 in SY 2024-25.

On allk12, the community for New Underwood discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in New Underwood, South Dakota?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in New Underwood, with a combined enrollment of about 280.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in New Underwood?
New Underwood has 1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in New Underwood?
New Underwood Elementary - 02 is the largest public school in New Underwood by enrollment, with approximately 113 students.
What school districts serve New Underwood?
New Underwood public schools are operated by New Underwood School District 51-3.
What grade levels do public schools in New Underwood cover?
Public schools in New Underwood serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.