For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 private school serving 97 students in Porcupine, SD (there are 2 public schools, serving 569 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in Porcupine, SD are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
The top ranked private school in Porcupine, SD is Our Lady Of Lourdes Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the South Dakota private school average acceptance rate of 79%.
100% of private schools in Porcupine, SD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked Porcupine Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Our Lady Of Lourdes Elementary School
(Catholic)
500 Lourdes Lane
Porcupine, SD 57772
(605) 867-2801
Porcupine, SD 57772
(605) 867-2801
Gr: K-8 | 97 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Porcupine, SD?
The top ranked private schools in Porcupine, SD is Our Lady Of Lourdes Elementary School.
How many private schools are located in Porcupine?
1 private schools are located in Porcupine.
What percentage of students in Porcupine go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in Porcupine are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Porcupine?
100% of private schools in Porcupine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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