For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 839 students in 57702, SD (there are , serving 4,885 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in 57702, SD are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
The top ranked private schools in 57702, SD include Black Hills Children's Home, St. Elizabeth Seton School, and Rapid City Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota private school average acceptance rate of 77%.
Top Ranked 57702 South Dakota ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Black Hills Children's Home
Alternative School
24100 S Rockerville Rd
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 343-5422
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 343-5422
Gr: K-8 | 42 students
23757 Arena Drive
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 341-3377
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 341-3377
Gr: 6-12 | 333 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Elizabeth Seton School
(Catholic)
2101 City Springs Rd Ste 100
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 716-5213
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 716-5213
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students
Children's House Montessori
Montessori School
3520 W Main St
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 341-0824
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 341-0824
Gr: PK-6 | 68 students Avg. class size: 25 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 57702, SD?
The top ranked private schools in 57702, SD include Black Hills Children's Home, St. Elizabeth Seton School, and Rapid City Christian School.
How many private schools are located in 57702?
4 private schools are located in 57702.
What percentage of students in 57702 go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in 57702 are educated in private schools (compared to the SD state average of 9%).
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