Lakota Waldorf School in Kyle, SD, enrolls 28 students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a rural, nonsectarian setting.
Founded in 1993, the school has 8 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 4:1.
The school is 100% students of color, ranking among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for diversity.
Lakota Waldorf School is a co–educational program with a special emphasis on elementary and secondary education.
The campus spans 40 acres in a rural, remote community, supporting small–group and individualized learning.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Lakota Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1993
Campus Size
40 acres
Student Body
Total Students
28 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Lakota Waldorf School?
The application deadline for Lakota Waldorf School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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