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Best South Dakota 草榴社区 Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 49 private daycares & preschools serving 10,337 students in South Dakota.

The private daycares & preschools in South Dakota include Holy Spirit Elementary, Abiding Savior Academy and Preschool, and Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School.

The average tuition cost is $5,667, which is lower than the South Dakota average tuition cost of $6,467.

82% of private daycares & preschools in South Dakota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# 草榴社区 Schools: 49
# Students Served: 10,337

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# 草榴社区 Schools: 49
# Students Served: 10,337

South Dakota 草榴社区 Daycares & Preschools Trends

49

草榴社区 Schools

10,337

Students

$5,667

Avg. Tuition

16

Avg. Class Size

14%

Students of Color

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in South Dakota?

The private daycares & preschools in South Dakota include Holy Spirit Elementary, Abiding Savior Academy and Preschool, and Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in South Dakota?

49 private daycares & preschools are located in South Dakota.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in South Dakota?

The average tuition cost is $5,667, which is lower than the South Dakota private school average tuition cost of $6,467.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in South Dakota?

South Dakota private daycares & preschools are approximately 14% minority students, which is lower than the South Dakota private school average of 22%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in South Dakota?

82% of private daycares & preschools in South Dakota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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