James Valley Christian School
James Valley Christian School provides a K-12 state accredited education and a preschool program for children 3-5 years old.
We endeavor to provide a balanced education based on strong academic and spiritual standards.
We desire to help students develop spiritual depth, academic excellence and moral integrity.
Our Goal to offer the highest achievable training in a Christian environment, working cooperatively with both parents and churches for the spiritual, emotional and academic development of our youth.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Top Ranked SD School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
James Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
261 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Valley Christian School's ranking?
James Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for James Valley Christian School?
The application deadline for James Valley Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to James Valley Christian School is Sunshine Bible Academy (38.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School (3.2 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-6 | 150 students 3.2 miles 425 21st Street SW
Huron, SD 57350
(605) 352-9344
Huron, SD 57350
(605) 352-9344
3.2
PK-6
150
Grades: PK-12 | 64 students 38.3 miles 400 Sunshine Dr
Miller, SD 57362
(605) 853-3071
Miller, SD 57362
(605) 853-3071
38.3
PK-12
64
Grades: PK-12 | 145 students 46.5 miles 805 W 18th Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-8861
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-8861
46.5
PK-12
145
John Paul II Elementary School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-6 | 195 students 48 miles 1510 W Elm Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2365
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2365
48
PK-6
195
Abbott House
All-girls | Alternative School
Grades: 4-12 | 43 students 48.3 miles 909 Court Merrill
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2486
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2486
48.3
4-12
43
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