Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked SD School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Mary Catholic School
About the School
- St. Mary Catholic Schools strive for a united community of academic excellence and stewardship by embracing the Gospel and carrying the light of Christ.
- Therefore, St. Mary Catholic Schools will offer a broad curriculum to fit the needs and levels in the intellectual range of all students by providing academic, religious, and activity programs which give each individual the opportunity to develop his/her potential.
- We believe this can be attained through the joint efforts of students, parents, staff, and community.
- The following information has been written to acquaint you with facts about our school operations, policies, and procedures.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked SD School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. Mary Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1910
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
252 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 22%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinal
- St. Mary Catholic Schools strive for a united community of academic excellence and stewardship by embracing the Gospel and carrying the light of Christ. Therefore, St. Mary Catholic Schools will offer a broad curriculum to fit the needs and levels in the intellectual range of all students by providing academic, religious, and activity programs which give each individual the opportunity to develop his/her potential. We believe this can be attained through the joint efforts of students, parents, staff, and community. The following information has been written to acquaint you with facts about our school operations, policies, and procedures.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jane Doe - Award-winning author - 2005 -
- John Smith - Nobel Prize Winner - 1998 -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from St. Mary Catholic School?
St. Mary Catholic School famous alumni include: Jane Doe - Award-winning author - 2005 and John Smith - Nobel Prize Winner - 1998.
What is St. Mary Catholic School's ranking?
St. Mary Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to St. Mary Catholic School is St. Mary Grade School (0.0 miles away)
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Gr: PK-12 | 234 students
Catholic
602 E 8th St
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
(605) 428-5591
Distance: 19.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,615 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
6120 S Charger Circle
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 334-1422
Distance: 19.7 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 15 students
Baptist
412 S Hawthorne Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
(605) 339-2038
Distance: 20.0 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 157 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Catholic
1000 S Bahnson Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
(605) 338-7042
Distance: 20.7 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 151 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
1801 S Lake Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 338-5103
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students
Catholic
602 E 8th St
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
(605) 428-5591
Distance: 19.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,615 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
6120 S Charger Circle
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 334-1422
Distance: 19.7 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 15 students
Baptist
412 S Hawthorne Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
(605) 339-2038
Distance: 20.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
2501 W 26th St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 444-9500
Distance: 20.8 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students
Special Education School
2000 S Summit Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 335-8956
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students
Catholic
602 E 8th St
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
(605) 428-5591
Distance: 19.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,615 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
6120 S Charger Circle
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 334-1422
Distance: 19.7 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 15 students
Baptist
412 S Hawthorne Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
(605) 339-2038
Distance: 20.0 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 157 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Catholic
1000 S Bahnson Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
(605) 338-7042
Distance: 20.7 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 151 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
1801 S Lake Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 338-5103
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students
Catholic
602 E 8th St
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
(605) 428-5591
Distance: 19.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,615 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
6120 S Charger Circle
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 334-1422
Distance: 20.0 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 157 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Catholic
1000 S Bahnson Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
(605) 338-7042
Distance: 20.7 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 151 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
1801 S Lake Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 338-5103
Distance: 20.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
2501 W 26th St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 444-9500
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Dell Rapids Elementary - 02
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
309 W 15th St
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
(605) 428-5473
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
(605) 428-5473
0.3 miles
Gr: K-4 | 355 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Dell Rapids High School - 01
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1216 N Garfield Ave
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
(605) 428-5473
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
(605) 428-5473
0.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 315 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Dell Rapids Middle School - 03
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1216 N Garfield Ave
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
(605) 428-5473
Dell Rapids, SD 57022
(605) 428-5473
0.3 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 295 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Baltic Elementary - 02
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Bulldog Ave
Baltic, SD 57003
(605) 529-5464
Baltic, SD 57003
(605) 529-5464
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 307 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Baltic High School - 01
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Bulldog Ave
Baltic, SD 57003
(605) 529-5461
Baltic, SD 57003
(605) 529-5461
4.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 151 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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