Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. James Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Motto
We share Christ’s forgiving love through God’s Word and by serving the community.
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
14 students
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- St. James Lutheran Preschool and Child Care Center is a Parroquial ÌÇÐÄÔ´´, that welcomes all faith denomination families! We are proud participants of SD Office of Ed. "Quality Preschool Initiative Program" and NECPA, Child Care Aware of America, serving military and navy families.
- St. James Lutheran Preschool and Child Care Center is a Parroquial ÌÇÐÄÔ´´, that welcomes all faith denomination families! We are proud participants of SD Office of Ed. "Quality Preschool Initiative Program" and NECPA, Child Care Aware of America, serving military and navy families.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. James Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for St. James Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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