Serving 56 students in grades 7-8, Miller Jr. High - 04 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miller Jr. High - 04's student population of 56 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission as a learning community is to prepare our students for the future by engaging them in their academic, artistic, physical, and social development.
School Rankings
Miller Jr. High - 04 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 Miller Jr. High - 04 is 0.10, 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
#251 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
3%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Jr. High - 04's ranking?
Miller Jr. High - 04 is ranked #251 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Miller Jr. High - 04?
56 students attend Miller Jr. High - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Miller Jr. High - 04 students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miller Jr. High - 04?
Miller Jr. High - 04 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Miller Jr. High - 04 offer ?
Miller Jr. High - 04 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller Jr. High - 04 part of?
Miller Jr. High - 04 is part of Miller 29-4 School District.
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