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Best South Dakota Private Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 49 private daycares & preschools serving 10,337 students in South Dakota.
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in South Dakota include Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School, Central Baptist Preschool & Kindergarten, and Abiding Savior Academy and Preschool.
The average tuition cost is $5,667, which is lower than the South Dakota average tuition cost of $6,467.
82% of private daycares & preschools in South Dakota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 49
  • # Students Served: 10,337

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 49
  • # Students Served: 10,337

Top Ranked South Dakota Private Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

Map of Abiding Savior Academy and Preschool
Abiding Savior Academy and Preschool
Gr: PK-12 | 294 students
Other Lutheran
4100 S Bahnson Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
(605) 371-1876
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Black Hills Christian Academy Photo
Black Hills Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 191 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1
Christian
630 South 32nd Street
Spearfish, SD 57783
(605) 722-1276
(1)
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Map of Central Baptist Preschool & Kindergarten
Central Baptist Preschool & Kindergarten
Gr: PK-K | 340 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
3100 W Ralph Rogers Rd
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 336-2303
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Holy Spirit Elementary Photo
Holy Spirit Elementary
Gr: NS-6 | 354 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Catholic
4309 S Bahnson Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
(605) 371-1481
(1)
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Map of Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School
Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School
Gr: PK-5 | 136 students
Catholic
425 21st Street SW
Huron, SD 57350
(605) 352-9344
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Map of Imaculate Conception
Imaculate Conception
Gr: PK-6 | 158 students
Catholic
109 3rd St Se
Watertown, SD 57201
(605) 886-3883
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Map of Roncalli Elementary School
Roncalli Elementary School
Gr: PK-6 | 346 students
Catholic
501 3rd Ave Se
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 229-4100
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Sacred Heart Middle School -
Gr: PK-8 | 271 students
Catholic
509 Capitol St
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-1808
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Map of Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School
Gr: PK-8 | 288 students
Catholic
1500 Saint Benedict Dr # 200
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 665-5841
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Map of St. Elizabeth Seton School
St. Elizabeth Seton School
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students
Catholic
2101 City Springs Rd Ste 100
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 716-5213
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Map of St. Francis Indian School
St. Francis Indian School
Gr: PK-12 | 575 students
502 Warrior Dr
Saint Francis, SD 57572
(605) 747-2299
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Map of St. Mary Catholic School
St. Mary Catholic School
Gr: PK-12 | 252 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Catholic
812 N State Ave
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
(605) 428-5591
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St. Mary Elementary Photo
St. Mary Elementary
Gr: PK-6 | 367 students
Catholic
2000 S 4th Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 334-9881
(1)
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St. Michael Elementary Photo
St. Michael Elementary
Gr: PK-6 | 287 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Catholic
1610 S Marion Rd
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 361-0021
(1)
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Map of St. Thomas School
St. Thomas School
Gr: PK-5 | 74 students
Catholic
401 N Van Eps Ave
Madison, SD 57042
(605) 256-4419
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Sioux Falls Christian Schools Photo
Sioux Falls Christian Schools
Gr: PK-12 | 1,615 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
6120 S Charger Circle
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 334-1422
(5)
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Sioux Falls Lutheran School Photo
Sioux Falls Lutheran School
Gr: NS-12 | 544 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 11
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
6715 South Boe Lane
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 335-1923
(4)
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Acton Academy Sioux Falls Photo
Acton Academy Sioux Falls
Gr: PK-12 | 34 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Montessori School
4426 S Technology Dr
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 215-1221
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Map of The Baan Dek Montessori School
The Baan Dek Montessori School
Gr: PK-K | 67 students
Montessori School
408 W Lotta St Ste 1
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 271-9945
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Map of Behavioral Care Specialists Learning Center
Behavioral Care Specialists Learning Center
Gr: PK-12 | 23 students
Special Education School
405 S Washington St
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 351-5281
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49
Private Schools
10,337
Students
$5,667
Avg. Tuition
16
Avg. Class Size
14%
Students of Color
14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in South Dakota?
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in South Dakota include Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School, Central Baptist Preschool & Kindergarten, and Abiding Savior Academy and Preschool.
How many private daycares & preschools are located in South Dakota?
49 private daycares & preschools are located in South Dakota.
How much do private daycares & preschools cost in South Dakota?
The average tuition cost is $5,667, which is lower than the South Dakota private school average tuition cost of $6,467.
How diverse are private daycares & preschools in South Dakota?
South Dakota private daycares & preschools are approximately 14% minority students, which is lower than the South Dakota private school average of 22%.
What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in South Dakota?
82% of private daycares & preschools in South Dakota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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