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)
- 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).
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