Very Good
#13 of 56 private schools in SD
Top 21% of private schools
St Joseph Indian School
Middle School
1301 N MAIN ST, Chamberlain, SD 57325
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#13 of 56
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About St Joseph Indian School
St Joseph Indian School is a private middle school in Chamberlain, SD. St Joseph Indian School serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Indian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- SD avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, St Joseph Indian 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 4.6:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Indian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph Indian 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 St Joseph Indian School compares to the 3 public schools in Chamberlain, SD
All Schools in Chamberlain
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Indian School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Chamberlain Elementary - 03 | 6.8 |
| Chamberlain High School - 01 | 7.0 |
| Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 | 5.6 |
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
1301 N MAIN ST, Chamberlain, SD 57325
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Indian School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 (rated 7.2/10, 38.9 miles away, in nearby Platte), with a comparable rating. Another option is Kimball Middle School - 04 (rated 6.8/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Kimball), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 (rated 5.6/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chamberlain, see our Chamberlain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 39.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chamberlain Elementary - 03 Chamberlain | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Chamberlain High School - 01 Chamberlain | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 Chamberlain | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Lower Brule Day School Lower Brule | 21.3 mi | — |
| Kimball Middle School - 04 Kimball | 19.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Kimball Elementary - 02 Kimball | 19.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Kimball High School - 01 Kimball | 19.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Platte Colony Elementary - 10 Platte | 26.6 mi | — |
| Crow Creek Reservation High School Stephan | 29.8 mi | — |
| Crow Creek Sioux Tribal Elementary School Stephan | 29.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Grass Ranch Colony Elementary - 13 Kimball | 25.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Grass Ranch Colony High School - 15 Kimball | 25.4 mi | — |
| Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05 Wessington Springs | 26.3 mi | — |
| Platte - Geddes High School - 01 Platte | 38.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 Platte | 38.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 Platte | 39.0 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57325 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,750
Median Home Value
$208,400
Median Rent
$685/mo
Population
3,237
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
69.2%
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
40.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bon Homme Middle School - 02 Tyndall, SD | 7.8 |
| Groton Area Middle School - 04 Groton, SD | 7.8 |
| Hanson Middle School - 02 Alexandria, SD | 7.6 |
| Mobridge Middle School - 02 Mobridge, SD | 7.6 |
| Webster Area Middle School - 02 Webster, SD | 7.6 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Sioux Falls, SD | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Indian School
What grades does St Joseph Indian School serve?
St Joseph Indian School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Indian School?
St Joseph Indian School has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Indian School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Indian School is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Indian School rank in SD?
St Joseph Indian School ranks #13 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is St Joseph Indian School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Indian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Joseph Indian School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Indian 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 Joseph Indian School a religious school?
St Joseph Indian School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 124
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Brule County
- Phone
- (605) 234-3242
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