Mission:

To optimize Student potential for success in a global society.

About Us:

Our young people are the most precious resource the Yankton community can offer to the world. As a school district, we have one focus—to lay a foundation upon which our students can build a lifetime of achievement. 

Whether you are a student, parent, guardian, teacher, or community member, your participation and support is crucial to the success of this mission.

Founded in 1875, we’re proud of the fact that Yankton High School was the first high school in the Dakota Territory.  But we take even greater satisfaction in the excellent education we provide for our students today as they prepare for the challenges of tomorrow.

With excellent facilities, dedicated and highly qualified faculty, and a comprehensive educational and extracurricular program, the Yankton School District provides our students with a firm foundation for a lifetime of success.