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#25 of 56 private schools in SD
Top 43% of private schools
Black Hills Christian Academy
School
630 S 32ND ST, Spearfish, SD 57783
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#25 of 56
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Black Hills Christian Academy
School in Spearfish · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Black Hills Christian Academy
Black Hills Christian Academy is a private school in Spearfish, SD. Black Hills Christian Academy serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Black Hills Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #25 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- SD avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 144 students, Black Hills Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Black Hills Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Black Hills Christian Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Spearfish, SD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Black Hills Christian Academy (this school) | 6.7 |
| Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills Elementary - 09 | — |
| Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills High School - 10 | — |
| Mountain View Elementary - 08 | 6.9 |
| Spearfish Middle School - 05 | 5.1 |
| Spearfish High School - 01 | 6.1 |
| West Elementary - 03 | 6.8 |
| Creekside Elementary - 07 | 6.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in SD.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in SD
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
630 S 32ND ST, Spearfish, SD 57783
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Black Hills Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Whitewood Elementary - 04 (rated 8.9/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Whitewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sturgis Elementary - 03 (rated 8.3/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Sturgis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lead-Deadwood High School - 01 (rated 7.8/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Lead), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spearfish, see our Spearfish schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,970
Median Home Value
$332,300
Median Rent
$946/mo
Population
16,929
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
15.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
40
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huron, SD | 6.8 |
| DAKOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corsica, SD | 7.1 |
| MITCHELL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mitchell, SD | 7.4 |
| Takini School Howes, SD | — |
| Tiospaye Topa School Ridgeview, SD | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Black Hills Christian Academy
What grades does Black Hills Christian Academy serve?
Black Hills Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Black Hills Christian Academy?
Black Hills Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Black Hills Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Black Hills Christian Academy is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Black Hills Christian Academy rank in SD?
Black Hills Christian Academy ranks #25 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is Black Hills Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Black Hills Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Black Hills Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Black Hills Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Black Hills Christian Academy a religious school?
Black Hills Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 161 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lawrence County
- Phone
- (605) 722-1276
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