St. Martin's Lutheran School provides a Christ-centered education for students in 4K through 8th grade.
God's Word is at the heart of everything we teach.
Our goal is to help children grow in faith, live God-pleasing lives, and prepare for eternity in heaven.
We serve over 200 students and focus on academic excellence through a Christian lens.
Jesus' love guides our learning, discipline, and daily interactions. Students are taught to show reverence for God, respect for others, and develop a strong Christian identity.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,130
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Martins Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
227 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
St. Martin\'s Member Rate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Band and Choir
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
- A Christian school is able to make God's Word the foundation of all that is done and taught. As parents it is our responsibility to "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." (Proverbs 22:6). We want our children to grow up knowing Jesus as their Savior so that they may live a God-pleasing life on this earth and finally have eternal life in heaven. At St. Martin's we have the privilege of providing a Christian education for more than 200 of Jesus' precious lambs, from the age of four through the 8th grade. Jesus is the focus of our grade school. Christ's love for us is at the center of the curriculum, it is the motivation for excellence, and it guides our conduct in and out of the classroom. All subject material is taught from a Christian perspective. Discipline is carried out in a God-pleasing way, with an emphasis on training children to follow Jesus in thankful living. Reverence for God and His Word, Respect for those in authority, Respect for others, and Christian self-concepts.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Martins Lutheran School cost?
St. Martins Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $2,130 for private students.
What schools are St. Martins Lutheran School often compared to?
St. Martins Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Watertown Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Martins Lutheran School offer?
St. Martins Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Martins Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Martins Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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