Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary School serves 37 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the Islamic School League of America (ISLA).
The student:teacher of Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary School is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked SD School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary School?
The application deadline for Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary School is St. Francis Indian School (0.2 miles away)
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
502 Warrior Dr
Saint Francis, SD 57572
(605) 747-2299
Saint Francis, SD 57572
(605) 747-2299
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 575 students
White Eagle Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
485 E. 2nd St.
Mission, SD 57555
(605) 856-2476
Mission, SD 57555
(605) 856-2476
16.8 miles
Gr: 1-10 | 11 students Tuition listed
Zion Lutheran School![Zion Lutheran School Photo - Your child's academic classroom setting]( "Zion Lutheran School Photo - Your child's academic classroom setting")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
224 N Government St
Valentine, NE 69201
(402) 376-2745
Valentine, NE 69201
(402) 376-2745
26 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 47 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
Lakota Waldorf School
Special Program Emphasis
3 Mile Creek Rd
Kyle, SD 57752
(605) 455-2487
Kyle, SD 57752
(605) 455-2487
69.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 28 students
Our Lady Of Lourdes Elementary School
(Catholic)
500 Lourdes Lane
Porcupine, SD 57772
(605) 867-2801
Porcupine, SD 57772
(605) 867-2801
72.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 97 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School Reviews
Endorse Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
Financial Aid Overlooked at Two-Year Colleges: What Private School Parents Should Know
Parents from private schools often miss key financial aid opportunities at two-year colleges. Discover what to know in 2025 for smart planning
How to Budget Tuition: Private School vs Community College Early Years
Learn how to budget and compare tuition for private school and community college during early years, with up-to-date strategies and insights for 2025.
Why Private-School Families Should Consider a Community College Start
A practical guide for private-school families exploring starting at a community college to save money, build flexibility and stay transfer-ready.
