Children's Home Society Loving School serves 71 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The student:teacher of Children's Home Society Loving School is 8:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
71 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: To Prevent, Treat and Heal Trauma.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jack Marsh, 2020 Inductee into the South Dakota Hall of Fame -
- Deb Soholt, Former South Dakota State Senator -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Children's Home Society Loving School often compared to?
Children's Home Society Loving School is often viewed alongside schools like The Baan Dek Montessori School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Children's Home Society Loving School?
Children's Home Society Loving School famous alumni include: Jack Marsh, 2020 Inductee into the South Dakota Hall of Fame and Deb Soholt, Former South Dakota State Senator.
When is the application deadline for Children's Home Society Loving School?
The application deadline for Children's Home Society Loving School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 12/1/2023
My child currently attends this school. We love it so much. There is ample staff, they care deeply for the children and the therapeutic environment is top-notch. My child's mental health issues were getting in the way of his learning at public school. This school has been a safe haven where his unique needs can be met while he excels academically.
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