Very Good
#17 of 56 private schools in SD
Top 29% of private schools
Imaculate Conception
Elementary School
109 3RD ST SE, Watertown, SD 57201
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#17 of 56
In Watertown
#2 of 4
public schools
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Imaculate Conception
Elementary School in Watertown · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Imaculate Conception
Imaculate Conception is a private elementary school in Watertown, SD. Imaculate Conception serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Imaculate Conception has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 162 students, Imaculate Conception 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Imaculate Conception sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Imaculate Conception 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 Imaculate Conception compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Watertown, SD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Imaculate Conception (this school) | 7.1 |
| Roosevelt Elementary - 08 | 4.2 |
| Mellette Elementary - 07 | 7.5 |
| Watertown Intermediate School - 13 | 7.6 |
| McKinley Elementary - 06 | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 05 | 8.0 |
| Jefferson Elementary - 09 | 5.4 |
| Sunrise Colony - 15 | — |
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
109 3RD ST SE, Watertown, SD 57201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Imaculate Conception may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary - 05 (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mellette Elementary - 07 (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Castlewood Elementary - 02 (rated 7.0/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Castlewood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,809
Median Home Value
$223,600
Median Rent
$903/mo
Population
26,375
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
14.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City, SD | 7.1 |
| Castlewood Elementary - 02 Castlewood, SD | 7.0 |
| Northwestern Elementary - 04 Mellette, SD | 7.2 |
| Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02 De Smet, SD | 6.9 |
| Mountain View Elementary - 08 Spearfish, SD | 6.9 |
| New Underwood Elementary - 02 New Underwood, SD | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Imaculate Conception
What grades does Imaculate Conception serve?
Imaculate Conception serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Imaculate Conception?
Imaculate Conception has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Imaculate Conception?
The student-teacher ratio at Imaculate Conception is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Imaculate Conception rank in SD?
Imaculate Conception ranks #17 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is Imaculate Conception's MySchoolScout rating?
Imaculate Conception 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 Imaculate Conception a private school?
Yes, Imaculate Conception is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Imaculate Conception a religious school?
Imaculate Conception has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 162
- Gender Split
- 77% M / 23% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Codington County
- Phone
- (605) 886-3883
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