For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 private school serving 27 students in Hot Springs, SD (there are 3 public schools, serving 739 public students). 4% of all K-12 students in Hot Springs, SD are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota private school average acceptance rate of 77%.
100% of private schools in Hot Springs, SD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Private Schools in Hot Springs, SD (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bethesda Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1537 Baltimore Ave
Hot Springs, SD 57747
(605) 745-6676
Hot Springs, SD 57747
(605) 745-6676
Gr: PK-5 | 27 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Hot Springs, SD?
1 private schools are located in Hot Springs, SD.
What percentage of students in Hot Springs go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in Hot Springs are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Hot Springs?
100% of private schools in Hot Springs are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Recent Articles
Student Success Predictors at Community Colleges
A practical guide to student success predictors at community colleges for private school advisors helping graduates navigate two-year pathways.
Career Pathways with Community College for Private School Grads
Explore top career pathways with community college for private school graduates, including high-demand jobs, transfer options, and 2025 workforce trends.
Navigating the FAFSA & Financial Aid Timeline for Community College
Learn how to navigate FAFSA and financial aid timelines when starting at community college — from application to disbursement in 2025.