For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 365 students in Davison County, SD (there are 15 public schools, serving 3,296 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in Davison County, SD are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
The top ranked private school in Davison County, SD is Abbott House.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota private school average acceptance rate of 79%.
Top Ranked Davison County Private Schools (2025-26)
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
John Paul Ii Elementary School
(Catholic)
1510 W Elm Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2365
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2365
Gr: PK-6 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
805 W 18th Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-8861
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-8861
Gr: PK-12 | 184 students Avg. class size: 10 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Davison County, SD?
The top ranked private schools in Davison County, SD is Abbott House.
How many private schools are located in Davison County?
3 private schools are located in Davison County.
What percentage of students in Davison County go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Davison County are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
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