Miller Elementary - 02

Miller Elementary - 02 serves 234 students in kindergarten through sixth grade in Miller, South Dakota. It earns a composite score of 9.2 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — anchored by a 9.4 on academics and a 9.2 on growth. The academic score captures current proficiency; the growth score measures how much students improve year over year.

Scoring at the top on both signals consistent development across the student body. The statewide picture confirms it. The school ranks 13th out of 574 public schools in South Dakota, outperforming 98% of schools across the state.

Filtered to elementary schools alone, it holds the 12th spot among 271 — a standing that doesn't soften when the comparison is limited to same-level peers. In Miller, it stands first among the town's four public schools. At 11.1 students per teacher, class sizes are small enough for teachers to track individual progress and adjust instruction accordingly.

For parents comparing elementary options in South Dakota, this school is among the strongest available at its level anywhere in the state.

Located in a rural area, Miller Elementary - 02 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.