For the 2026 school year, there are 5 alternative private schools serving 262 students in South Dakota.
The top-ranked alternative private schools in South Dakota include Abbott House and Black Hills Children's Home.
Top-Ranked South Dakota Alternative Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Abbott House
All-girls | Alternative School
909 Court Merrill
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2486
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2486
Gr: 4-12 | 43 students
Black Hills Children's Home
Alternative School
24100 S Rockerville Rd
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 343-5422
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 343-5422
Gr: K-8 | 42 students
Academic Program
Alternative School
3515 Broadway Ave
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 668-3597
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 668-3597
Gr: 6-12 | 46 students
Chief Gall Alternative
Alternative School
12451 Hwy 1806 Po Box 680
Mobridge, SD 57601
(605) 845-7181
Mobridge, SD 57601
(605) 845-7181
Gr: 7-12 | 98 students
900 E 41st St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 335-7084
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 335-7084
Gr: K-12 Avg. class size: 4 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative private schools in South Dakota?
The top-ranked alternative private schools in South Dakota include Abbott House and Black Hills Children's Home.
How many alternative private schools are located in South Dakota?
5 alternative private schools are located in South Dakota.
How diverse are alternative private schools in South Dakota?
South Dakota alternative private schools are approximately 63% minority students, which is higher than the South Dakota private school average of 21%.
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