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South Dakota Christian Private Schools

Private schools: For the 2026-27 school year, there are 13 christian private schools serving 2,462 students in South Dakota.

Acceptance rate: The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the South Dakota private school average acceptance rate of 91%.

Top schools: The christian private schools in South Dakota include Sunshine Bible Academy and Sioux Falls Christian Schools.

Share of the state: These schools make up 14% of the 91 private schools in South Dakota and 17% of its 14,906 private school students.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 13
# Students Served: 2,462

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 13
# Students Served: 2,462

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked christian private schools in South Dakota?

The christian private schools in South Dakota include Sunshine Bible Academy and Sioux Falls Christian Schools.

How many christian private schools are located in South Dakota?

13 christian private schools are located in South Dakota.

How diverse are christian private schools in South Dakota?

South Dakota christian private schools are approximately 14% minority students, which is lower than the South Dakota private school average of 22%.

South Dakota Christian Private School Trends

Private Schools

2,462

Students

$6,170

Avg. Tuition

14%

Students of Color

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

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