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South Dakota Religiously Affiliated Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 74 religiously affiliated private schools serving 13,471 students in South Dakota (81% of all schools).
The average tuition cost is $5,286, which is lower than the South Dakota private school average tuition cost of $5,377.
The most common religiously affiliated schools are Catholic (42% of schools), Christian (18% of schools) and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (11% of schools).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 74
  • # Students Served: 13,471

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 74
  • # Students Served: 13,471

Top Ranked South Dakota Private Schools by Religious Affiliation (2026-27)

Religious Affiliation
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Assembly of God
1
199
11%
Baptist
3
565
7%
Brethren
2
30
-
Calvinist
1
95
20%
Catholic
31
7,325
21%
Christian
13
2,462
14%
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
5
817
9%
Mennonite
1
54
64%
Other
4
695
10%
Other Lutheran
2
301
12%
Pentecostal
1
11
92%
Seventh Day Adventist
2
22
33%
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
8
895
5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in South Dakota?
The top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in South Dakota include Freeman Academy, Central Baptist Preschool & Kindergarten, and Abiding Savior Academy and Preschool.
How many religiously affiliated private schools are located in South Dakota?
74 religiously affiliated private schools are located in South Dakota.
How much do religiously affiliated private schools cost in South Dakota?
The average tuition cost is $5,286, which is lower than the South Dakota private school average tuition cost of $5,377.

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