For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 839 students in 57702, SD (there are 7 public schools, serving 4,544 public students). 16% of all K-12 students in 57702, SD are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
The top-ranked private schools in 57702, SD include St. Elizabeth Seton School, Rapid City Christian School, and Black Hills Children's Home.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota private school average acceptance rate of 76%.
Top-Ranked 57702 South Dakota Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Black Hills Children's Home
Alternative School
24100 S Rockerville Rd
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 343-5422
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 343-5422
Gr: K-8 | 42 students
23757 Arena Drive
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 341-3377
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 341-3377
Gr: 6-12 | 333 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Elizabeth Seton School
(Catholic)
2101 City Springs Rd Ste 100
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 716-5213
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 716-5213
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students
Children's House Montessori
Montessori School
3520 W Main St
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 341-0824
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 341-0824
Gr: PK-6 | 68 students Avg. class size: 25 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 57702, SD?
The top-ranked private schools in 57702, SD include St. Elizabeth Seton School, Rapid City Christian School, and Black Hills Children's Home.
How many private schools are located in 57702?
4 private schools are located in 57702.
What percentage of students in 57702 go to private school?
16% of all K-12 students in 57702 are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
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