Roncalli Elementary School in Aberdeen, SD serves 346 students from pre–kindergarten through 6th grade in a Catholic, co–ed elementary program.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 with 29 full–time teachers in a town (remote) community setting.
Annual tuition for Roncalli Elementary School is $10,000. The student population includes 6.9% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the Aberdeen community.
Roncalli Elementary ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for student body size.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked SD School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Roncalli Elementary 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-6
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
346 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Roncalli Elementary School cost?
Roncalli Elementary School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What is Roncalli Elementary School's ranking?
Roncalli Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Roncalli Elementary School?
The application deadline for Roncalli Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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