Serving 76 students in grades 6-8, Philip Jr. High - 03 ranks in the bottom 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philip Jr. High - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Philip Jr. High - 03's student population of 76 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
76 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philip Jr. High - 03 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philip Jr. High - 03 is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#334 out of 636 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philip Jr. High - 03's ranking?
Philip Jr. High - 03 is ranked #334 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Philip Jr. High - 03?
76 students attend Philip Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Philip Jr. High - 03 students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philip Jr. High - 03?
Philip Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Philip Jr. High - 03 offer ?
Philip Jr. High - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Philip Jr. High - 03 part of?
Philip Jr. High - 03 is part of Haakon School District 27-1.
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