St. Francis Indian School

The mission of St. Francis Indian School is to facilitate the best academic and cultural education with the highest expectations for our student and their families using a well-trained supportive staff in a safe and healthy environment.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked SD School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 575 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Francis Indian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
575 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
St. Francis Indian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Francis Indian School's ranking?
St. Francis Indian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis Indian School?
The application deadline for St. Francis Indian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked SD School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 575 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in South Dakota is $6,485 for elementary schools and $7,804 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in South Dakota is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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