Windswept Academy in Eagle Butte, SD, serves 72 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a Christian, town–based setting.
Founded in 2009, the school provides education with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 supported by seven teachers.
The annual tuition for this Christian K–12 private school is $5,700.
Windswept Academy has the highest percentage of students of color in South Dakota and ranks among the top 20% of private schools in the state for diversity.
The campus size is 25 acres, located in a remote town community in South Dakota.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,700
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Windswept Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres
Student Body
Total Students
72 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: The Lord the Shepherd of His People
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Windswept Academy cost?
Windswept Academy's tuition is approximately $5,700 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Windswept Academy?
The application deadline for Windswept Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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