Very Good
#14 of 56 private schools in SD
Top 23% of private schools
Mitchell Christian School
School
805 W 18TH AVE, Mitchell, SD 57301
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#14 of 56
In Mitchell
#1 of 2
public schools
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Mitchell Christian School
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About Mitchell Christian School
Mitchell Christian School is a private school in Mitchell, SD. Mitchell Christian School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mitchell Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- SD avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, Mitchell 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Mitchell Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mitchell 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mitchell Christian School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Mitchell, SD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mitchell Christian School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Mitchell Middle School - 02 | 5.9 |
| Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 | 6.1 |
| Mitchell High School - 01 | 7.6 |
| Longfellow Elementary - 05 | 8.4 |
| Abbott House High School - 07 | 4.0 |
| Abbott House Elementary - 06 | — |
| L. B. Williams Elementary - 03 | 7.2 |
| Rosedale Colony Elementary - 11 | — |
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
805 W 18TH AVE, Mitchell, SD 57301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mitchell Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ethan High School - 01 (rated 9.2/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Ethan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Longfellow Elementary - 05 (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 (rated 8.3/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mitchell, see our Mitchell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,671
Median Home Value
$191,300
Median Rent
$775/mo
Population
19,142
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
12.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DAKOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corsica, SD | 7.1 |
| JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huron, SD | 6.8 |
| BLACK HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spearfish, SD | 6.7 |
| Takini School Howes, SD | — |
| Tiospaye Topa School Ridgeview, SD | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mitchell Christian School
What grades does Mitchell Christian School serve?
Mitchell Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Mitchell Christian School?
Mitchell Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mitchell Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mitchell Christian School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mitchell Christian School rank in SD?
Mitchell Christian School ranks #14 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is Mitchell Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mitchell Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mitchell Christian School a private school?
Yes, Mitchell 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 Mitchell Christian School a religious school?
Mitchell Christian School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Davison County
- Phone
- (605) 996-8861
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