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#42 of 56 private schools in SD
Sunny Plains Christian School
Elementary School
403 SCHOOL ST, Iroquois, SD 57353
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#42 of 56
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Sunny Plains Christian School
Elementary School in Iroquois · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunny Plains Christian School
Sunny Plains Christian School is a private elementary school in Iroquois, SD. Sunny Plains Christian School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunny Plains Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Sunny Plains 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Sunny Plains Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sunny Plains 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 Sunny Plains Christian School compares to the 4 public schools in Iroquois, SD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Iroquois
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sunny Plains Christian School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Iroquois Elementary - 04 | 6.0 |
| Iroquois High School - 01 | 5.9 |
| Iroquois Middle School - 02 | 4.4 |
| Pearl Creek Colony Elementary - 05 | — |
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
403 SCHOOL ST, Iroquois, SD 57353
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunny Plains Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02 (rated 6.9/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby De Smet), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mayfield Colony Elementary - 04 (rated 6.9/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Willow Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willow Lake Elementary - 02 (rated 6.4/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Willow Lake), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Iroquois, see our Iroquois schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57353 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,500
Median Home Value
$158,800
Median Rent
$700/mo
Population
925
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
88.7%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 Faulkton, SD | 5.4 |
| Spring Creek Colony Elementary - 04 Leola, SD | 5.5 |
| MISSOURI VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yankton, SD | 5.2 |
| Oelrichs Elementary - 02 Oelrichs, SD | 5.2 |
| Rustic Acres Elementary - 04 Chester, SD | 5.7 |
| LAKOTA WALDORF SCHOOL Kyle, SD | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunny Plains Christian School
What grades does Sunny Plains Christian School serve?
Sunny Plains Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sunny Plains Christian School?
Sunny Plains Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunny Plains Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunny Plains Christian School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sunny Plains Christian School rank in SD?
Sunny Plains Christian School ranks #42 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is Sunny Plains Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunny Plains Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sunny Plains Christian School a private school?
Yes, Sunny Plains Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sunny Plains Christian School a religious school?
Sunny Plains Christian School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 33% M / 67% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Kingsbury County
- Phone
- (605) 546-2458
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