Very Good
#21 of 56 private schools in SD
Top 36% of private schools
Creekside Christian School
Elementary School
2225 E SAINT PATRICK ST, Rapid City, SD 57703
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#21 of 56
In Rapid City
#2 of 9
public schools
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Creekside Christian School
Elementary School in Rapid City · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Creekside Christian School
Creekside Christian School is a private elementary school in Rapid City, SD. Creekside Christian School serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, Creekside Christian School 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.
Creekside Christian School 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.
Creekside Christian School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Creekside Christian School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Rapid City, SD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Creekside Christian School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 | 2.9 |
| Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 | 5.4 |
| Wellfully - 65 | — |
| South Middle School - 36 | 3.4 |
| Valley View Elementary - 13 | 4.3 |
| East Middle School - 30 | 4.7 |
| Jefferson Building - 64 | 5.3 |
| Grandview Elementary - 06 | 5.5 |
| South Park Elementary - 16 | 2.9 |
| General Beadle Elementary - 01 | 4.9 |
| Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 | 3.0 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 | 3.2 |
| North Middle School - 35 | 4.1 |
| Horace Mann Elementary - 07 | 3.1 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 | 6.6 |
| Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 | 3.6 |
| West Middle School - 37 | 5.1 |
| Corral Drive Elementary - 21 | 6.9 |
| Southwest Middle School - 38 | 7.2 |
| South Canyon Elementary - 15 | 4.8 |
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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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2225 E SAINT PATRICK ST, Rapid City, SD 57703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creekside Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grandview Elementary - 06 (rated 5.5/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 (rated 5.4/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, General Beadle Elementary - 01 (rated 4.9/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,495
Median Home Value
$250,300
Median Rent
$1,394/mo
Population
17,543
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
37.9
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| IMACULATE CONCEPTION Watertown, SD | 7.1 |
| Castlewood Elementary - 02 Castlewood, SD | 7.0 |
| Frederick Area Elementary - 02 Frederick, SD | 7.0 |
| Selby Elementary - 02 Selby, SD | 7.0 |
| Jones County Elementary - 02 Murdo, SD | 7.2 |
| Northwestern Elementary - 04 Mellette, SD | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creekside Christian School
What grades does Creekside Christian School serve?
Creekside Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Creekside Christian School?
Creekside Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Christian School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Creekside Christian School rank in SD?
Creekside Christian School ranks #21 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is Creekside Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Creekside Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Creekside Christian School a private school?
Yes, Creekside Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Creekside Christian School a religious school?
Creekside Christian School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Pennington County
- Phone
- (605) 343-2980
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