Our Savior Lutheran School Top 3 · Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (SD)

Sunshine Bible Academy Top 3 · Lowest Acceptance Rate (SD)

Rapid City Christian School Top 3 · Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (SD)

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South Dakota Private Elementary Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private elementary school faculty in South Dakota who have attained an advanced degree is 36% (2026).

The private elementary school in South Dakota with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Our Savior Lutheran School, with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026)

# SD Schools Ranked: 15
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 10%–100%
SD School Avg.: 36%
National School Avg.: 53%

Quick Facts (2026)

# SD Schools Ranked: 15
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 10%–100%
SD School Avg.: 36%
National School Avg.: 53%

South Dakota Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	South Dakota (SD) avg
2025	34%
2024	35%
2023	30%
2022	28%
2021	28%
2020	28%
2019	28%
2018	27%
2017	29%
2016	35%
2015	35%

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Advanced Degree Range: 10% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average percentage of private elementary schools faculty in South Dakota who have attained an advanced degree?

The average percentage of private elementary schools faculty in South Dakota who have attained an advanced degree is 36% for 2026.

Which private elementary schools in South Dakota have the highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees?

The top ranked private elementary schools in South Dakota with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include Our Savior Lutheran School, Sunshine Bible Academy and Rapid City Christian School.

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