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Milesville Elementary - 08
Elementary School · Haakon School District 27-1
PO Box 730, Philip, SD 57567
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Milesville Elementary - 08
Elementary School in Philip · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Milesville Elementary - 08
Milesville Elementary - 08 is a public elementary school in Philip, SD, part of Haakon School District 27-1. Milesville Elementary - 08 serves approximately 17 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Milesville Elementary - 08 show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 17 students, Milesville Elementary - 08 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Milesville Elementary - 08 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Address
- PO Box 730, Philip, SD 57567
- Website
- philip.k12.sd.us
- Phone
- (605) 859-2001
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 730, Philip, SD 57567
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Milesville Elementary - 08 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eagle Butte Primary - 02 (rated 8.2/10, 41.0 miles away, in nearby Eagle Butte). Another option is Philip Elementary - 02 (rated 4.9/10, 31.7 miles away). Additionally, Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 (rated 4.9/10, 40.5 miles away, in nearby Eagle Butte). For more schools in Philip, see our Philip schools guide .
Nearby Schools
11 within 41.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Takini School Howes | 12.7 mi | — |
| Philip Jr. High - 03 Philip | 31.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Philip Elementary - 02 Philip | 31.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Philip High School - 01 Philip | 31.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Eagle Butte Upper Elementary - 03 Eagle Butte | 40.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Cheyenne-Eagle Butte School Eagle Butte | 41.0 mi | — |
| Eagle Butte Primary - 02 Eagle Butte | 41.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Eagle Butte Jr. High - 06 Eagle Butte | 41.0 mi | — |
| Eagle Butte High School - 01 Eagle Butte | 41.0 mi | — |
| E. A. G. L. E. Center High School - 07 Eagle Butte | 41.0 mi | — |
| WINDSWEPT ACADEMY Eagle Butte | 41.0 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57567 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,542
Median Home Value
$181,900
Median Rent
$739/mo
Population
1,014
College Educated
13.8%
Homeownership
77%
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
57.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Milesville Elementary - 08
What grades does Milesville Elementary - 08 serve?
Milesville Elementary - 08 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Milesville Elementary - 08?
Milesville Elementary - 08 has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Milesville Elementary - 08?
The student-teacher ratio at Milesville Elementary - 08 is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Milesville Elementary - 08?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Milesville Elementary - 08 has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Milesville Elementary - 08 a charter school?
No, Milesville Elementary - 08 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Milesville Elementary - 08 a Title I school?
No, Milesville Elementary - 08 is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Haakon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (605) 859-2001
Resources & Links
District
Haakon School District 27-1- District Enrollment
- 322
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,283
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