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Private School Minority Statistics in South Dakota

South Dakota private schools are composed of 22% minority students (2026).

The private schools in South Dakota with the highest percentage of minority students are listed below.

Quick Facts (2026)

# SD Schools Ranked: 77
Top 20 Range (% Students Of Color): 28%–100%
SD School Avg.: 27%
National School Avg.: 25%

Quick Facts (2026)

# SD Schools Ranked: 77
Top 20 Range (% Students Of Color): 28%–100%
SD School Avg.: 27%
National School Avg.: 25%

South Dakota Average Students of Color (Trends)

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Year	South Dakota (SD) avg
2025	21%
2024	21%
2023	19%
2022	22%
2021	23%
2020	23%
2019	21%
2018	21%
2017	21%
2016	21%
2015	32%

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Show school map — South Dakota (% students of color range: 28%–100%, avg 27%)

Students Color Range: 11.11% 100% Avg. Students Color: 51%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the South Dakota average private schools minority students?

The South Dakota average private schools minority students is 22% for 2026.

What are the private schools with the highest percentage of minority students in South Dakota?

The top ranked private schools in South Dakota include Chief Gall Alternative, Lakota Waldorf School and Little Eagle Grant School.

What is private high school and private elementary school with the highest percentage of minority students in South Dakota?

The private high school with the highest percentage of minority students in South Dakota is Chief Gall Alternative, with a value of 100%. The private elementary school with the highest percentage of minority students is Chief Gall Alternative, with a value of 100%.

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