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Best South Dakota Private Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children serving 630 students in South Dakota. You can also find more schools membership associations in South Dakota.
The top ranked private school belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children in South Dakota is St. Mary Elementary.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota private school average acceptance rate of 76%.
100% of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children in South Dakota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children in South Dakota (2026)

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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Map of John Paul Ii Elementary School
John Paul Ii Elementary School
Gr: PK-6 | 138 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Catholic
1510 W Elm Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2365
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Map of St. Agnes Elementary School
St. Agnes Elementary School
Gr: PK-5 | 125 students
Catholic
909 Lewis St
Vermillion, SD 57069
(605) 624-4144
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children in South Dakota?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children in South Dakota is St. Mary Elementary.
How many private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children are located in South Dakota?
3 private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children are located in South Dakota.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children are religiously affiliated in South Dakota?
100% of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children in South Dakota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
3
Private Schools
630
Students
$10,766
Avg. Tuition
5%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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