Best Aberdeen Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 637 students in Aberdeen, SD.
The top-ranked private preschool in Aberdeen, SD is Roncalli Elementary School.
50% of private preschools in Aberdeen, SD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top-Ranked Aberdeen Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Roncalli Elementary School
(Catholic)
501 3rd Ave Se
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 229-4100
Gr: PK-6 | 346 students Tuition listed
Behavioral Care Specialists Learning Center
Special Education School
405 S Washington St
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 351-5281
Gr: PK-12 | 23 students
Montessori School Of Aberdeen
Montessori School
515 8th Ave NW,
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 725-2269
Gr: PK-K | 20 students
Roncalli Primary School
(Catholic)
505 Third Avenue Se
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 226-2100
Gr: PK-2 | 248 students Avg. class size: 185 students

Overview

This Town (Aberdeen)
This State (SD)
# Schools
4 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
637 Students
10,337 Students
% Average Students of Color
8%
14%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
45 Teachers
754 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
$5,635

Students by Ethnicity:

0.53
0.57
# American Indian Students
4 Students
667 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
7%
# Asian Students
9 Students
100 Students
% Asian Students
1%
1%
# Hispanic Students
16 Students
205 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
2%
# Black Students
1 Student
150 Students
% Black Students
n/a
1%
# White Students
374 Students
5,936 Students
% White Students
59%
58%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
4 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
233 Students
3,205 Students
% of Others Students
37%
31%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Aberdeen, SD?
The top-ranked private preschools in Aberdeen, SD is Roncalli Elementary School.
How many private preschools are located in Aberdeen?
4 private preschools are located in Aberdeen.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Aberdeen?
50% of private preschools in Aberdeen are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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