Rapid City Christian School

23757 Arena Drive
Rapid City, SD 57702

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Tel: (605) 341-3377

www.rcchristian.org

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Established in 1981, Rapid City Christian School is an independent, co-educational day school enrolling qualified students in grades six through twelve.

We exist for one purpose: to provide truly Christian schooling-strong liberal arts education integrated with a non-denominational, evangelical perspective, along with the daily cultivation of Christian discipleship.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Top Ranked SD School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 239 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,200
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Rapid City Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1981

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

239 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Rapid City Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

31 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

4 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Average ACT score

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
Chapel dress on chapel days

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,200

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Tuition Notes

$7500 is the cost for grades 9-12 $6000 for 8th grade and $5000 for 6th and 7th grades

% on Financial Aid

20%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,500

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Roy Roberts

Admissions Associate

Shelli Grinager

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

National Honor Society, Student Council

Club or Organization:
Knowledge Bowl, One Act Play, Oral Interpretation, Science Bowl Team

Arts and Music Programs:
ALL-STATE CHORUS & ORCHESTRA

School Notes

Our mission is to equip children of Christian families with a sound liberal arts education framed within a biblical understanding of God and His creation, and to help nurture them in an active commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Rapid City Christian School cost?

Rapid City Christian School's tuition is approximately $5,200 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Rapid City Christian School?

The acceptance rate of Rapid City Christian School is 90%, which is lower than the national average of 97%. Rapid City Christian School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in South Dakota with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Rapid City Christian School offer?

Rapid City Christian School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Rapid City Christian School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for most sports offered.

What is Rapid City Christian School's ranking?

Rapid City Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Rapid City Christian School?

The application deadline for Rapid City Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2022-23)

Top Ranked SD School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 239 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,200
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in South Dakota is $3,735 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in South Dakota is 97% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).