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Saint Francis Private Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private elementary schools serving 612 students in Saint Francis, SD.
50% of private elementary schools in Saint Francis, SD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Saint Francis Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Francis Indian School
St. Francis Indian School
Gr: PK-12 | 575 students
502 Warrior Dr
Saint Francis, SD 57572
(605) 747-2299
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Map of Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary School
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary School
Gr: K-8 | 37 students
Catholic
350 S Oak St
Saint Francis, SD 57572
(605) 747-2361
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Saint Francis, SD Private School Trends

2
Private Schools
612
Students
100%
Students of Color
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
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Category
This Town (Saint Francis)
This State (SD)
# Schools
2 Schools
81 Schools
# Students
612 Students
12,998 Students
% Students of Color
100%
23%
0.05
0.60
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# American Indian Students
601 Students
1,710 Students
% American Indian Students
97%
13%
# Asian Students
4 Students
152 Students
% Asian Students
1%
1%
# Hispanic Students
0 Students
452 Students
% Hispanic Students
0%
3%
# Black Students
2 Students
234 Students
% Black Students
<1%
2%
# White Students
0 Students
7,886 Students
% White Students
0%
59%
# Hawaiian Students
0 Students
98 Students
% Hawaiian Students
0%
1%
# Others Students
11 Students
2,854 Students
% of Others Students
2%
21%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
51 Teachers
1,136 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Saint Francis, SD?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Saint Francis, SD is St. Francis Indian School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Saint Francis?
2 private elementary schools are located in Saint Francis.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Saint Francis?
50% of private elementary schools in Saint Francis are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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