Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Edgar L Miller Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgar L Miller Elementary School serves the northwest part of Merrillville, IN, encompassing an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgar L Miller Elementary School's student population of 330 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We strive to empower every learner to reach maximum potential every day.
School Rankings
Edgar L Miller Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgar L Miller Elementary School is 0.43, which is less 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
#1426 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
74%
14%
White
7%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgar L Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Edgar L Miller Elementary School is ranked #1426 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Edgar L Miller Elementary School often compared to?
Edgar L Miller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry P Fieler Elementary School, Homer Iddings Elementary School, Jonas E Salk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Edgar L Miller Elementary School?
330 students attend Edgar L Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Edgar L Miller Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgar L Miller Elementary School?
Edgar L Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edgar L Miller Elementary School offer ?
Edgar L Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edgar L Miller Elementary School part of?
Edgar L Miller Elementary School is part of Merrillville Community School Corp School District.
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