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South Dakota Special Education Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 special education private schools serving 242 students in South Dakota.
The top ranked special education private school in South Dakota is Lifescape Childrens Specialty School.
The average acceptance rate is 70%, which is lower than the South Dakota private school average acceptance rate of 91%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 242

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 242

Top Ranked South Dakota Special Education Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Lifescape Childrens Specialty School
Lifescape Childrens Specialty School
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
2501 W 26th St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 444-9500
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Map of Behavioral Care Specialists Learning Center
Behavioral Care Specialists Learning Center
Gr: PK-12 | 23 students
Special Education School
405 S Washington St
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 351-5281
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Map of Children's Home Society Loving School
Children's Home Society Loving School
Gr: K-8 | 71 students
Special Education School
801 N. Sycamore Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57110
(605) 965-3111
(1)
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Map of Dakot Abilities
Dakot Abilities
Gr: NS | 3 students
Special Education School
3600 S. Duluth Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 334-4220
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Map of Education & Integration Services
Education & Integration Services
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students
Special Education School
2000 S Summit Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 335-8956
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5
Private Schools
242
Students
10
Avg. Class Size
30%
Students of Color
7:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked special education private schools in South Dakota?
The top ranked special education private schools in South Dakota is Lifescape Childrens Specialty School.
How many special education private schools are located in South Dakota?
5 special education private schools are located in South Dakota.
How diverse are special education private schools in South Dakota?
South Dakota special education private schools are approximately 30% minority students, which is higher than the South Dakota private school average of 22%.

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