Serving 315 students in grades 6-8, Kelly Miller Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelly Miller MS serves the east part of Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles, where most families are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 1.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelly Miller Middle School's student population of 315 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kelly Miller Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelly Miller Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#200 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
89%
62%
White
1%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79.7%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelly Miller Middle School's ranking?
Kelly Miller Middle School is ranked #200 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Kelly Miller Middle School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Kelly Miller Middle School?
315 students attend Kelly Miller Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kelly Miller Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelly Miller Middle School?
Kelly Miller Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kelly Miller Middle School offer ?
Kelly Miller Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelly Miller Middle School part of?
Kelly Miller Middle School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Kelly Miller Middle School located?
Kelly Miller Middle School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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