Serving 676 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Henry Miller Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Miller Elementary serves the northeast part of Los Banos, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry Miller Elementary School's student population of 676 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
676 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Henry Miller Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Miller Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7703 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Henry Miller Elementary School is ranked #7703 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Henry Miller Elementary School?
676 students attend Henry Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Henry Miller Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Miller Elementary School?
Henry Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Henry Miller Elementary School offer ?
Henry Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Henry Miller Elementary School part of?
Henry Miller Elementary School is part of Los Banos Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day Of School
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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