For the 2024-25 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 70 students located throughout South Dakota.
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Top South Dakota Boarding Schools (2024-25)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Freeman Academy
(Christian)
PO BOX 1000 748 S. Main St.
Freeman, SD 57029
(605) 925-4237
Freeman, SD 57029
(605) 925-4237
Grades: 7-12
K-12 (day)
K-12 (day)
| 70 students
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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