For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 301 students in Lawrence County, SD (there are 20 public schools, serving 3,320 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in Lawrence County, SD are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
The top ranked private school in Lawrence County, SD is Black Hills Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the South Dakota private school average acceptance rate of 79%.
50% of private schools in Lawrence County, SD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Top Ranked Lawrence County Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
630 South 32nd Street
Spearfish, SD 57783
(605) 722-1276
Spearfish, SD 57783
(605) 722-1276
Gr: PK-12 | 191 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Chrildren First
Daycare / Preschool
236 W Jackson Blvd Ste B
Spearfish, SD 57783
(605) 642-1191
Spearfish, SD 57783
(605) 642-1191
Gr: PK-K | 110 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Lawrence County, SD?
The top ranked private schools in Lawrence County, SD is Black Hills Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in Lawrence County?
2 private schools are located in Lawrence County.
What percentage of students in Lawrence County go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in Lawrence County are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Lawrence County?
50% of private schools in Lawrence County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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