St. Thomas More High School

Rapid City Catholic School System is comprised of three schools: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Three-year-old through Fifth Grade Elementary, St. Thomas More Sixth through Eighth Grade Middle School and St. Thomas More Ninth through Twelveth Grade High School. The entire system is accredited through NCEA.
We are a diverse and accessible community dedicated to assisting families in the formation of their children and serving as an education center for the community and diocese.
Anchored in the Catholic-school tradition and fired by the spirit of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and St. Thomas More, we celebrate God's presence in the young, encouraging and empowering them to nourish and use their gifts to serve God through others.
We seek the development of individuals to their full potential in Christ through our spiritual formation, excellence-based academic curriculum and co-curricular programs and activities.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked SD School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 376 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Thomas More High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1960

Student Body

Total Students
376 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
St. Thomas More High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
7 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Rapid City Catholic School System is comprised of three schools: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Three-year-old throughFifthGrade Elementary, St. Thomas More Sixth through EighthGrade Middle School and St. Thomas More Ninth through Twelveth Grade High School. The entire system is accredited through NCEA. We are a diverse and accessible community dedicated to assisting families in the formation of their children and serving as an education center for the community and diocese.Anchored in the Catholic-school tradition and fired by the spirit of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and St. Thomas More, we celebrate God's presence in the young, encouraging and empowering them to nourish and use their gifts to serve God through others.We seek the development of individuals to their full potential in Christ through our spiritual formation, excellence-based academic curriculum and co-curricular programs and activities.
Source: Verified school update

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St. Thomas More High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas More High School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas More High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked SD School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 376 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in South Dakota is $4,190 for elementary schools and $6,156 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in South Dakota is 95% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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