The Mitchell Christian School (MCS) is a nonprofit nondenominational incorporated Christian School.
We are accredited by the State of South Dakota and our curriculum is from a variety of sources, many of which have biblical foundation.
Our mission statement is "to join with the family and the church to disciple and educate students on the Biblical foundations and to assist students in refining a personal and dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ as they grow spiritually, academically, socially, emotionally and physically.".
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
184 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The Mitchell Christian School (MCS) is a nonprofit nondenominational incorporated Christian School. We are accredited by the State of South Dakota and our curriculum is from a variety of sources, many of which have biblical foundation. Our mission statement is "to join with the family and the church to disciple and educate students on the Biblical foundations and to assist students in refining a personal and dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ as they grow spiritually, academically, socially, emotionally and physically."
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Mitchell Christian School?
The application deadline for Mitchell Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Mitchell Christian School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break/No School PS-12/ELC Open
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School dismissal
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
This is a wonderful school which cares about the character as much as it does about the academic education of the student. It is great to have a common link among teachers, other parents and administration of raising our kids with the main focus being on God's word and His principles. The programs are staffed with caring teachers. Students have had higher average ACT scores (ask for their supporting literature) and have won the CBH Academic Festival repeatedly (5 or 6 times?) against area public schools. Students are taught to strive for excellence in all areas and it is evident!
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