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Most Selective Private Schools in South Dakota

The average private school acceptance rate in South Dakota is 95% per year (2024-25).
The most selective school in South Dakota is Acton Academy, with an acceptance rate of 90%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 90% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 95%

Most Selective Private Schools in South Dakota (2024-25)

School
Acceptance Rate
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
Acton Academy
Acton Academy Photo - Acton Academy Sioux Falls is an innovative, mixed-age learner-driven school serving ages 4-14. We empower young people to be the leaders, micro-entrepreneurs, artists, and creators of tomorrow's economy.
Special Program Emphasis
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-12
4426 S Technology Dr
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 215-1221
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
Bethesda Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-4
1537 Baltimore Ave
Hot Springs, SD 57747
(605) 745-6676
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: 6-12
23757 Arena Drive
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 341-3377
Rank: #44.
Sioux Falls Christian Schools
Sioux Falls Christian Schools Photo
(Christian)
(5)
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: PK-12
6120 S Charger Circle
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 334-1422
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
Madison Christian School
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Grades: PK-4
45369 234th St
Madison, SD 57042
(605) 427-0109
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
O'gorman High School
O'gorman High School Photo
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Grades: 9-12
3201 S Kiwanis Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 336-3644
Rank: #5 - 75. - 7.
O'Gorman Junior High School
O'Gorman Junior High School Photo
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Grades: 7-8
3100 W 41st St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 988-0546

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the South Dakota average private schools acceptance rate?
The South Dakota average private schools acceptance rate is 95% for 2024-25.
What are the most selective private schools in South Dakota?
The top ranked private schools in South Dakota include Acton Academy, Bethesda Lutheran School and Rapid City Christian School.
What is the most selective high school and elementary school in South Dakota?
The most selective private high school in South Dakota is Acton Academy, with an acceptance rate of 90%. The most selective private elementary school is Acton Academy, with an acceptance rate of 90%.

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