Serving 400 students in grades 6-8, Kelly Miller MiddleSchool ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelly Miller MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kelly Miller MiddleSchool's student population of 400 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kelly Miller MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelly Miller MiddleSchool is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#182 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
17%
Black
92%
65%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelly Miller MiddleSchool's ranking?
Kelly Miller MiddleSchool is ranked #182 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Kelly Miller MiddleSchool?
400 students attend Kelly Miller MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Kelly Miller MiddleSchool students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelly Miller MiddleSchool?
Kelly Miller MiddleSchool has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kelly Miller MiddleSchool offer ?
Kelly Miller MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kelly Miller MiddleSchool part of?
Kelly Miller MiddleSchool is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
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