Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School

Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School serves 136 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School is 19:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked SD School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 136 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,545
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
52%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Preschool $500/year Pre-Kindergarten $650/year K-6 Catholic Tuition $1545/year K-6 Non-Catholic Tuition $1795/year
Admissions Director
Michelle Schoenfelder

School Notes

  • School Motto: Inspire. Excel. Serve.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School cost?
Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School's tuition is approximately $1,545 for private students.
What is Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School's ranking?
Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School?
The application deadline for Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked SD School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 136 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,545
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in South Dakota is $6,372 for elementary schools and $7,804 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in South Dakota is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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