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Most Selective Private Preschools in South Dakota

The average private preschool acceptance rate in South Dakota is 0% per year (2026-27).
The most selective school in South Dakota is Lifescape Childrens Specialty School, with an acceptance rate of 70%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # SD Schools Ranked: 6
  • Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 70%–100%
  • SD School Avg.: 90%
  • National School Avg.: 87%

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # SD Schools Ranked: 6
  • Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 70%–100%
  • SD School Avg.: 90%
  • National School Avg.: 87%
Show school map — South Dakota (acceptance rate range: 70%–100%, avg 90%)
Acceptance Rate Range: 70% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 90%

Most Selective Private Preschools in South Dakota (2026-27)

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Map of Lifescape Childrens Specialty School
#1Lifescape Childrens Specialty School
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
2501 W 26th St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 444-9500
70%acceptance rate
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#2(T2–T4)Acton Academy Sioux Falls
Gr: PK-12 | 34 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Montessori School
4426 S Technology Dr
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 215-1221
90%acceptance rate
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#2(T2–T4)Bethesda Lutheran School
Gr: PK-5 | 27 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
1537 Baltimore Ave
Hot Springs, SD 57747
(605) 745-6676
90%acceptance rate
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#2(T2–T4)John Paul Ii Elementary School
Gr: PK-6 | 138 students
Catholic
1510 W Elm Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2365
90%acceptance rate
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#5Sioux Falls Christian Schools
Gr: PK-12 | 1,615 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
6120 S Charger Circle
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 334-1422
(5)
99%acceptance rate
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#6Madison Christian School
Gr: PK-4 | 35 students
Christian
45369 234th St
Madison, SD 57042
(605) 427-0109
100%acceptance rate
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most selective private preschools in South Dakota?
The top ranked private preschools in South Dakota include Lifescape Childrens Specialty School, Acton Academy Sioux Falls and Bethesda Lutheran School.

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