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Best High Schools in rapid city, SD
(2026 List)

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Rapid City, known as the "Gateway to the Black Hills," has a population of about 78,000 people. The city is known for its beautiful natural scenery and tourism. High school education is available at a number of large public schools and specialized private academies. Native American studies, engineering, and environmental science are all part of their curricula. The district is known for its extracurricular programs that do very well, especially in the arts and sports. A few schools have been honored on a national level for their commitment to community service and student leadership. Families who want to live outside and send their kids to school in a place that values both hard work and local history love Rapid City.