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Best South Dakota Boarding Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 70 students located throughout South Dakota.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Boarding Schools: 1
  • # Students Served: 70
Freeman Academy

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Boarding Schools: 1
  • # Students Served: 70

Top South Dakota Boarding Schools (2026)

Freeman Academy Photo - Chapel at the amphitheater. Our beautiful campus includes an arboretum, lake, biking trail, gazebo and interpretive center.
Freeman Academy
Gr: 7-12 | K-12 (day) | 70 students
Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Avg. class size: 10 students
Acceptance rate: 80%
Tuition listed
Christian
PO BOX 1000 748 S. Main St.
Freeman, SD 57029
(605) 925-4237
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools are located in South Dakota?
There is 1 college-preparatory boarding schools located in South Dakota.
What is the oldest boarding school in South Dakota?
Freeman Academy, founded in 1901, is the oldest boarding school in South Dakota.

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