Excellent
#1 of 56 private schools in SD
Top 1% of private schools
Sunshine Bible Academy
School
400 SUNSHINE DR, Miller, SD 57362
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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Sunshine Bible Academy
School in Miller · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunshine Bible Academy
Sunshine Bible Academy is a private school in Miller, SD. Sunshine Bible Academy serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunshine Bible Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- SD avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Sunshine Bible Academy 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.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, Sunshine Bible Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sunshine Bible Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sunshine Bible Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Miller, SD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Miller
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sunshine Bible Academy (this school) | 8.4 |
| Millerdale Colony Elementary - 11 | 2.2 |
| Miller Elementary - 02 | 8.2 |
| Miller Jr. High - 04 | 6.5 |
| Miller High School - 01 | 6.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in SD.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in SD
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
400 SUNSHINE DR, Miller, SD 57362
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunshine Bible Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Miller Elementary - 02 (rated 8.2/10, 13.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Highmore Elementary - 02 (rated 8.2/10, 26.0 miles away, in nearby Highmore), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wessington Springs High School - 01 (rated 7.9/10, 26.8 miles away, in nearby Wessington Springs), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miller, see our Miller schools guide .
Nearby Schools
18 within 36.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57362 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,607
Median Home Value
$147,600
Median Rent
$546/mo
Population
1,940
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
61.5%
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FREEMAN ACADEMY Freeman, SD | 8.3 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Sioux Falls, SD | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunshine Bible Academy
What grades does Sunshine Bible Academy serve?
Sunshine Bible Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Sunshine Bible Academy?
Sunshine Bible Academy has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunshine Bible Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunshine Bible Academy is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sunshine Bible Academy rank in SD?
Sunshine Bible Academy ranks #1 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is Sunshine Bible Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunshine Bible Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sunshine Bible Academy a private school?
Yes, Sunshine Bible Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sunshine Bible Academy a religious school?
Sunshine Bible Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Hand County
- Phone
- (605) 853-3071
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