Serving 17 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Milesville Elementary - 08 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milesville Elementary - 08 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Milesville Elementary - 08's student population of 17 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milesville Elementary - 08 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milesville Elementary - 08 is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#202 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
31%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Haakon School District 27-1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milesville Elementary - 08's ranking?
Milesville Elementary - 08 is ranked #202 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Milesville Elementary - 08?
17 students attend Milesville Elementary - 08.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Milesville Elementary - 08 students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milesville Elementary - 08?
Milesville Elementary - 08 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Milesville Elementary - 08 offer ?
Milesville Elementary - 08 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milesville Elementary - 08 part of?
Milesville Elementary - 08 is part of Haakon School District 27-1.
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