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Best 57401 South Dakota Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private schools serving 1,214 students in 57401, SD (there are 11 public schools, serving 4,252 public students). 22% of all K-12 students in 57401, SD are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
The top ranked private school in 57401, SD is Roncalli Elementary School.
75% of private schools in 57401, SD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 57401 South Dakota Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Roncalli Elementary School
Roncalli Elementary School
Gr: PK-6 | 346 students
Catholic
501 3rd Ave Se
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 229-4100
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Map of Aberdeen Catholic Schools
Aberdeen Catholic Schools
Gr: 7-12 | 145 students
Catholic
419 1st Ave Ne
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 226-2100
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Map of Aberdeen Christian School, Inc
Aberdeen Christian School, Inc
Gr: K-12 | 189 students
Christian
1500 US-281
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 225-2053
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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 Montessori School Of Aberdeen
Montessori School Of Aberdeen
Gr: PK-K | 20 students
Montessori School
515 8th Ave NW,
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 725-2269
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Map of Roncalli Junior & Senior High School
Roncalli Junior & Senior High School
Gr: 7-12 | 184 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Catholic
1400 N Dakota St
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 225-7440
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Map of Roncalli Primary School
Roncalli Primary School
Gr: PK-2 | 248 students
Avg. class size: 185 students
Catholic
505 Third Avenue Se
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 226-2100
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Map of Trinity Lutheran School
Trinity Lutheran School
Gr: K-8 | 59 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 3
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
923 S Dakota Street
Aberdeen, SD 57401
(605) 252-2723
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 57401, SD?
The top ranked private schools in 57401, SD is Roncalli Elementary School.
How many private schools are located in 57401?
8 private schools are located in 57401.
How diverse are private schools in 57401?
57401 private schools are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the South Dakota private school average of 22%.
What percentage of students in 57401 go to private school?
22% of all K-12 students in 57401 are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 57401?
75% of private schools in 57401 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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