Public Education
Sioux Falls has the largest public school district in South Dakota, serving over 22,000 Pre-K through 12th grade students. By providing a multitude of opportunities, technologies and programs that target specific needs, the public schools deliver education for all—one student at a time.
The system is comprised of 24 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 4 high schools, including Joe Foss Alternative School. The Career and Technical Education Academy as well as the Sioux Falls New Technology High School opened fall 2010.
The Sioux Falls School District recognizes the needs and benefits of implementing alternative school models to provide families and students with choice. Specialized elementary schools are created around a specific subject area including fine arts; enriched and accelerated learning; math, science and technology, Spanish instruction / immersion; and parental involvement. Advanced and accelerated learning opportunities are also provided for middle school students.
www.sf.k12.sd.us
2010 ACT Scores |
| Sioux Falls |
23.0 |
| South Dakota |
21.8 |
| National Average |
21.1 |
Non-Public Schools
Sioux Falls has many opportunities for elementary and secondary education in non-public schools. A variety of non-public schools operate in Sioux Falls with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,900 students. Religious denominations operating schools include Roman Catholic, Lutheran Wisconsin Synod, Lutheran Missouri Synod, Christian Interdenominational, Baptist and Independant Fundamental.
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Augustana College
Religious residential liberal arts college established in 1860. Offers Bachelors degree in 46 majors and pre-professional specializations, Masters in Nursing, Education and Teaching.
Annual Enrollment: 1,700-1,800
Average # of Graduates: 300-400
2001 South Summit Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57197
800.727.2844 | 605.274.0770
www.augie.edu
University of Sioux Falls
Religious residential liberal arts university established in 1883. Offers AA, Bachelors, Masters and PhD ED.
Annual Enrollment: 1,500-1,700
Average # of Graduates: 400-500
1101 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
800.888.1047
www.usiouxfalls.edu
South Dakota Public Universities & Research Center
Extension campus, established in 1992, for six South Dakota public universities offering classes in Sioux Falls. Degrees conferred from home campus include Certificates, Bachelors, Masters and PhDs.
Annual Enrollment: 3,800-3900
4801 North Career Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
605.367.5640
www.sduniversitycenter.org
Southeast Technical Institute
Technical institute providing training in over 40 programs and offering Associate in Applied Science Degrees, Diplomas or Certificates. Established in 1978.
Annual Enrollment: 2,400-2,700
Average # of Graduates: 800-900
2320 North Career Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
800.247.0789
www.southeasttech.edu
Sanford School of Medicine of The University of South Dakota
Primary clinical campus (years 3-4) of the University of South Dakota medical school. Five residency programs are offered: Internal Medicine, Pathology, Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Transitional. The School of Medicine was established in 1907.
Average # of Graduates: 50
1400 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
605.357.1300
www.usd.edu/med
Colorado Technical University
Established in 1992 providing career-oriented education at the Associate, Bachelor and Master degree levels.
Annual Enrollment: 900-1,000
Average # of Graduates: 200-400
3901 West 57th Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
866.498.5570
www.coloradotech.edu
National American University
Established in 1974 offering Associate, Bachelors and an on-line MBA degree.
Annual Enrollment: 500-600
Average # of Graduates: 100-150
5801 South Corporate Place
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
605.336.4600
www.national.edu
Sioux Falls Seminary
Graduate theological institution that relocated to Sioux Falls in 1949 offering Masters and Doctoral degrees.
Annual Enrollment: 150-200
Average # of Graduates: 20-50
2100 South Summit Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
800.440.6227 | 605.336.6588
www.sfseminary.edu
Kilian Community College
Private Community college established in 1977.
Annual Enrollment: 350-450
Average # of Graduates: 50-100
300 East 6th Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
800.888.1147 | 605.221.3100
www.kilian.edu
Mount Marty College
The Sioux Falls campus houses the Nurse Anesthesia Graduate Program conferring a Master of Science Degree upon completion. Program moved to Sioux Falls in 1994.
Annual Enrollment: 35-40
5100 West 41st Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
605.362.0100
www.mtmc.edu
Bellevue University
Sioux Falls program was established in 2003 on the campus of Southeast Technical Institute offering career-relevant degree programs.
Annual Enrollment: 75-100
Mickelson Education Building
2320 North Career Avenue, Room 117
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
605.335.8010
www.bellevue.edu
Globe University/Minnesota School of Business
Sioux Falls campus was established in 2007 offering masters, bachelors and associate degrees and diplomas.
Annual Enrollment: 300-400
5101 South Broadband Lane
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
866.437.0705 | 605.977.0705
www.globeuniversity.edu
Stewart School
Established in 1950 providing cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology education.
604 North West Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
605.336.2775
www.stewartschool.com
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