Abiding Savior Academy and Preschool vs. Sioux Falls Lutheran School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Abiding Savior Academy and Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:
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Sioux Falls Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:
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Overview
A Classical Christian Culture Growing Mind, Body & Spirit.
Christ-Centered [Luke 24:27; Ephesians 1:19-23] We value being Christ-Centered as demonstrated by our belief that through faith in Christ Jesus our sins are forgiven, we are made a new creation, and we have a new relationship with God characterized by peace.
Bible-Based [Psalm 119:105; John 17:17] We value a Bible-Based world view as demonstrated by our recognition of the authority of Scripture, specifically as contained in the Old and New Testaments. We submit our lives to the Scriptures as God`s Word for us today and we view the world and our lives through the truth of Scripture.
Classical Approach - We value the Classical Approach as demonstrated by our belief in Classical education which has been practiced for more than 2,000 years as the most effective means to educate and develop the whole person.
Family-Focused [Genesis 2:23-24; Deuteronomy 6:4-7; Ephesians 5:22-6:4] We value Family-Focus as demonstrated by our belief that families are the first, best and most influential institution in the formation of the whole person.
At Sioux Falls Lutheran School, our mission is to develop capable, Christian servant-leaders in a complex world: World Ready, Faith Secure. We value children, faith, family, community, and the integration of outstanding academic and scriptural training. We are committed to partnering with parents and the church to raise lifelong learners who use their gifts and the fruits of the Spirit, in faith, to touch a troubled world with God's grace.
Together, we create lifelong learners by: transforming natural childhood curiosity into a passion for learning, thinking critically and working collaboratively within the classroom, exercising problem-solving and decision-making skills when challenges arise, fostering relationships across grade levels through teacher-led family group activities, and faithfully and lovingly serving God and our neighbors.
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Year Founded
1999
1977
Students Body
Total Students
294 students
454 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
8%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
33
10
Pre-K Students
112
150
Kindergarten Students
17
49
Grade 1 Students
24
32
Grade 2 Students
15
42
Grade 3 Students
14
21
Grade 4 Students
16
26
Grade 5 Students
13
14
Grade 6 Students
5
16
Grade 7 Students
19
24
Grade 8 Students
7
18
Grade 9 Students
6
14
Grade 10 Students
7
13
Grade 11 Students
5
14
Grade 12 Students
1
11
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
30 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
30%
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Average Class Size
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18
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:12
1:15
Average ACT score
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26
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Conservative Dress)
(Conservative Dress)
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition Tiers by grade level
We know that financial considerations play an important role in your family’s educational decisions, and it is our fervent prayer that the cost of tuition would not be an obstacle for any family when choosing to pursue a Christ-centered education at SFLS. That’s why we provide up to $200,000 in needs-based tuition assistance to qualifying K-12 families each school year. Learn more: www.siouxfallslutheran.com/tuition-assistance
Admissions Director
Sarah Bierle
Megan Baedke
Admissions Associate
Baronica Duarte
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
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8
Sports
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Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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12
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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All-State Band, All-State Choir, All-State Orchestra, Chess Club, Drama Club, Honor/Festival Bands, Honor/Festival Choirs, Marching Band, Math Club, Musical, National Honor Society, One-Act