Excellent
#5 of 56 private schools in SD
Top 7% of private schools
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary
Elementary School
350 S OAK ST, Saint Francis, SD 57572
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
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Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary
Elementary School in Saint Francis · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary is a private elementary school in Saint Francis, SD. Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary 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.
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
350 S OAK ST, Saint Francis, SD 57572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALENTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 25.8 miles away, in nearby Valentine), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Norris Elementary - 08 (rated 6.7/10, 27.3 miles away, in nearby White River), a more accessible option. Additionally, Todd County Elementary - 16 (rated 6.1/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Mission), a more accessible option. For more schools in Saint Francis, see our Saint Francis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Francis Indian School St. Francis | 0.3 mi | — |
| Rosebud Elementary - 04 Rosebud | 6.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Spring Creek Elementary - 07 St. Francis | 6.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Lakeview Elementary - 09 Crookston | 9.0 mi | 4.2 |
| CODY-KILGORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kilgore | 14.1 mi | 4.7 |
| He Dog Elementary - 05 Parmelee | 13.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Resource Center - 11 Mission | 16.6 mi | — |
| Todd County Achievement High School - 17 Mission | 16.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Todd County Elementary - 16 Mission | 16.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 Mission | 16.6 mi | — |
| Todd County High School - 01 Mission | 16.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Todd County Middle School - 10 Mission | 16.7 mi | 4.3 |
| CODY-KILGORE HIGH SCHOOL Cody | 22.3 mi | 8.3 |
| CODY-KILGORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cody | 22.3 mi | 4.8 |
| VALENTINE MIDDLE SCHOOL Valentine | 25.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Norris Elementary - 08 White River | 27.3 mi | 6.7 |
| VALENTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valentine | 25.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Valentine | 25.9 mi | — |
| VALENTINE HIGH SCHOOL Valentine | 25.9 mi | 7.5 |
| White River High School - 01 White River | 30.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,250
Median Home Value
$35,000
Median Rent
$573/mo
Population
1,457
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
52.8%
Poverty Rate
57.8%
Median Age
24.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary
What grades does Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary serve?
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary?
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary rank in SD?
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary ranks #5 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary a private school?
Yes, Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary 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 Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary a religious school?
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Todd County
- Phone
- (605) 747-2361
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