Serving 586 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jessie P. Miller Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jessie P. Miller Elementary School serves the west part of Bradenton, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jessie P. Miller Elementary School's student population of 586 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jessie P. Miller Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jessie P. Miller Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2100 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
38%
Black
9%
21%
White
43%
34%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jessie P. Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Jessie P. Miller Elementary School is ranked #2100 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jessie P. Miller Elementary School often compared to?
Jessie P. Miller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ida M. Stewart Elementary School, William Monroe Rowlett Academy For Arts And Communication by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jessie P. Miller Elementary School?
586 students attend Jessie P. Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Jessie P. Miller Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jessie P. Miller Elementary School?
Jessie P. Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jessie P. Miller Elementary School offer ?
Jessie P. Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jessie P. Miller Elementary School part of?
Jessie P. Miller Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
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