For the 2025 school year, there are 4 blue ribbon private preschools serving 1,063 students in South Dakota.
The top ranked blue ribbon private preschools in South Dakota include Holy Spirit Elementary, Imaculate Conception, and St. Mary Elementary.
100% of blue ribbon private preschools in South Dakota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.
Top Ranked South Dakota Blue Ribbon Private Preschools (2025)
School
Location
Students
Year
4309 S Bahnson Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
(605) 371-1481
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
(605) 371-1481
354 students
Year: 2022
2000 S 4th Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 334-9881
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 334-9881
367 students
Year: 2019
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(Catholic)
1800 S Katie Ave Ste 2
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 275-6994
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 275-6994
184 students
Year: 2019
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked blue ribbon private preschools in South Dakota?
The top ranked blue ribbon private preschools in South Dakota include Holy Spirit Elementary, Imaculate Conception, and St. Mary Elementary.
How many blue ribbon private preschools are located in South Dakota?
4 blue ribbon private preschools are located in South Dakota.
What percentage of blue ribbon private preschools are religiously affiliated in South Dakota?
100% of blue ribbon private preschools in South Dakota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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