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#36 of 56 private schools in SD
St Michael School
Elementary School
1610 S MARION RD, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#36 of 56
In Sioux Falls
#6 of 10
public schools
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St Michael School
Elementary School in Sioux Falls · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Michael School
St Michael School is a private elementary school in Sioux Falls, SD. St Michael School serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michael School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
St Michael 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 Michael School compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Sioux Falls, SD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Michael School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Oscar Howe Elementary - 58 | 5.3 |
| Hayward Elementary - 38 | 2.9 |
| Memorial Middle School - 04 | 5.9 |
| Discovery Elementary - 26 | 5.3 |
| Garfield Elementary - 19 | 3.0 |
| Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 | 4.0 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 | 6.6 |
| Edison Middle School - 06 | 5.7 |
| Sonia Sotomayor Elementary - 65 | 8.4 |
| Structured Teaching - 12 | — |
| Axtell Park Middle School - 47 | 6.2 |
| Elementary Immersion Center - 43 | 6.9 |
| All City Elementary - 50 | 6.7 |
| RF Pettigrew Elementary - 17 | 6.8 |
| Lowell Elementary - 28 | 5.6 |
| Avera Behavioral Health Program - 82 | — |
| Avera Adolescent Addiction Care Program - 81 | — |
| George McGovern Middle School -09 | 5.7 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary - 66 | 7.4 |
| Hawthorne Elementary - 56 | 3.4 |
Showing 20 of 44 schools. View all schools in Sioux Falls
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
1610 S MARION RD, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Michael School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elementary Immersion Center - 43 (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is All City Elementary - 50 (rated 6.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,070
Median Home Value
$268,800
Median Rent
$996/mo
Population
51,780
College Educated
34.5%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clark Elementary - 02 Clark, SD | 5.7 |
| Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 North Sioux City, SD | 5.7 |
| Colman Elementary - 03 Colman, SD | 5.8 |
| Andes Central Elementary - 02 Lake Andes, SD | 5.9 |
| Baltic Elementary - 02 Baltic, SD | 5.9 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City, SD | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Michael School
What grades does St Michael School serve?
St Michael School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Michael School?
St Michael School has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michael School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Michael School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Michael School rank in SD?
St Michael School ranks #36 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is St Michael School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Michael School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Michael School a private school?
Yes, St Michael 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 Michael School a religious school?
St Michael School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 222
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Phone
- (605) 361-0021
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