Best Mitchell Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 365 students in Mitchell, SD (there are 8 public schools, serving 2,718 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in Mitchell, SD are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
The top ranked private school in Mitchell, SD is Abbott House.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota private school average acceptance rate of 79%.
67% of private schools in Mitchell, SD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

Top Ranked Mitchell Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Abbott House
All-girls | Alternative School
909 Court Merrill
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
Gr: PK-6 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mitchell Christian School
(1)
805 W 18th Ave
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 Mitchell, SD?
The top ranked private schools in Mitchell, SD is Abbott House.
How many private schools are located in Mitchell?
3 private schools are located in Mitchell.
What percentage of students in Mitchell go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Mitchell are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Mitchell?
67% of private schools in Mitchell are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

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