For the 2026 school year, there is 1 private school serving 27 students in 57747, SD (there are 3 public schools, serving 710 public students). 4% of all K-12 students in 57747, 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 76%.
100% of private schools in 57747, SD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Private Schools in 57747, SD (2026)
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 57747, SD?
1 private schools are located in 57747, SD.
What percentage of students in 57747 go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in 57747 are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 57747?
100% of private schools in 57747 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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