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#47 of 56 private schools in SD

St Agnes Elementary School

Elementary School

909 LEWIS ST, Vermillion, SD 57069

Private

Enrollment

92

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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St Agnes Elementary School

4.9/10

Elementary School in Vermillion · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

Vermillion High School - 01

5.2/10

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5.7/10

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About St Agnes Elementary School

St Agnes Elementary School is a private elementary school in Vermillion, SD. St Agnes Elementary School serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Agnes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 56 private schools in SD.

How it compares1.2 pts below SD schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 92 students, St Agnes Elementary 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.

St Agnes Elementary 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

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How St Agnes Elementary School compares to the 4 public schools in Vermillion, SD

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
This School
vs
15:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
92
This School
vs
358
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.6% vs 0%
St Agnes Elementary School Vermillion Public Avg

All Schools in Vermillion

School Rating
St Agnes Elementary School (this school) 4.9
Vermillion High School - 01 5.2
Jolley Elementary - 04 5.7
Austin Elementary - 03 6.4
Vermillion Middle School - 02 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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,204
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Enrollment 92
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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)

White 94.6%
Native American 5.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

909 LEWIS ST, Vermillion, SD 57069

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Agnes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PONCA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Ponca), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irene - Wakonda Elementary - 02 (rated 6.5/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Wakonda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Austin Elementary - 03 (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vermillion, see our Vermillion schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Vermillion High School - 01 Vermillion 0.3 mi 5.2
Jolley Elementary - 04 Vermillion 0.4 mi 5.7
Austin Elementary - 03 Vermillion 1.1 mi 6.4
Vermillion Middle School - 02 Vermillion 1.3 mi 6.9
Elk Point-Jefferson Elementary - 02 Elk Point 13.2 mi 3.9
Elk Point-Jefferson High School - 01 Elk Point 13.2 mi 8.1
Elk Point-Jefferson Middle School - 03 Elk Point 13.2 mi 5.5
WYNOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wynot 13.0 mi 5.0
WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL Wynot 13.0 mi 6.8
WYNOT MIDDLE SCHOOL Wynot 13.0 mi 4.5
Gayville-Volin High School - 01 Gayville 15.3 mi 5.6
Gayville-Volin Elementary - 02 Gayville 15.3 mi 5.5
Gayville-Volin Middle School - 03 Gayville 15.3 mi 3.8
PONCA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ponca 17.9 mi 9.6
PONCA HIGH SCHOOL Ponca 17.9 mi 8.7
Irene - Wakonda Elementary - 02 Wakonda 18.7 mi 6.5
Beresford High School - 01 Beresford 22.0 mi 6.0
Beresford Middle School - 03 Beresford 22.0 mi 4.4
Beresford Elementary - 02 Beresford 22.2 mi 5.3
EAST AND WEST CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington 17.4 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,720

Median Home Value

$225,800

Median Rent

$731/mo

Population

12,937

College Educated

49.6%

Homeownership

47.1%

Avg Commute

15.7 min

Poverty Rate

22.8%

Median Age

23.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bison Elementary - 02 Bison, SD 4.9
Langford Area Elementary - 02 Langford, SD 4.9
Avon Elementary - 02 Avon, SD 5.0
Edgemont Elementary - 03 Edgemont, SD 5.1
ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL Milbank, SD 5.1
Scotland Elementary - 02 Scotland, SD 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Agnes Elementary School

What grades does St Agnes Elementary School serve?

St Agnes Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend St Agnes Elementary School?

St Agnes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Agnes Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Agnes Elementary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Agnes Elementary School rank in SD?

St Agnes Elementary School ranks #47 of 56 private schools in SD.

What is St Agnes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Agnes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Agnes Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Agnes Elementary School 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 St Agnes Elementary School a religious school?

St Agnes Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
92
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Clay County
Phone
(605) 624-4144

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