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Best 57702 South Dakota Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private elementary schools serving 839 students in 57702, SD.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 57702, SD include St. Elizabeth Seton School, Black Hills Children's Home, and Rapid City Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota private elementary school average acceptance rate of 75%.
50% of private elementary schools in 57702, SD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

Top Ranked 57702 South Dakota Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Black Hills Children's Home
Alternative School
24100 S Rockerville Rd
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 343-5422
Gr: K-8 | 42 students
23757 Arena Drive
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
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students
Children's House Montessori
Montessori School
3520 W Main St
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 elementary schools in 57702, SD?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 57702, SD include St. Elizabeth Seton School, Black Hills Children's Home, and Rapid City Christian School.
How many private elementary schools are located in 57702?
4 private elementary schools are located in 57702.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 57702?
50% of private elementary schools in 57702 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

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