St. Joseph Indian School in Chamberlain, SD, serves 132 udents in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
Founded in 1927, the school operates with a Catholic religious affiliation and is a member of the Southern Bapti Association of Christian Schools.
The udent–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 27 teaching staff, allowing for smaller class sizes in elementary and middle school grades.
The udent body is 100% students of color, reflecting the school's diverse enrollment in the rural South Dakota area.
The campus occupies 55 acres, supporting the school's elementary and middle school educational programs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked SD School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Indian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
Campus Size
55 acres
Student Body
Total Students
132 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: educate Native American children and their families for life — mind, body, heart and spirit.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Joseph Indian School's ranking?
St. Joseph Indian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Indian School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Indian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Joseph Indian School is Sunshine Bible Academy (38.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is New Holland Christian School (45.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
400 Sunshine Dr
Miller, SD 57362
(605) 853-3071
Miller, SD 57362
(605) 853-3071
38.5 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 64 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Holland Christian School
(Christian)
100 S Church Ave
New Holland, SD 57364
(605) 243-2250
New Holland, SD 57364
(605) 243-2250
45.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 57 students
Dakota Christian School
(Calvinist)
37614 Sd Highway 44
Corsica, SD 57328
(605) 243-2211
Corsica, SD 57328
(605) 243-2211
53.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 95 students
210 E Broadway Ave
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 224-7185
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 224-7185
63.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 186 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
John Paul Ii Elementary School
(Catholic)
1510 W Elm Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2365
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-2365
64.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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