Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chester F Miller School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chester F. Miller School serves the southwest part of Saginaw, MI, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1 mile.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester F Miller School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chester F Miller School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester F Miller School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2814 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
41%
18%
White
25%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester F Miller School's ranking?
Chester F Miller School is ranked #2814 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Chester F Miller School?
247 students attend Chester F Miller School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Chester F Miller School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester F Miller School?
Chester F Miller School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chester F Miller School offer ?
Chester F Miller School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chester F Miller School part of?
Chester F Miller School is part of Saginaw School District Of The City Of.
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