Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Loren 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loren Miller Elementary serves the southeast part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loren Miller Elementary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
601 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Ready For The World
School Rankings
Loren 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 Loren Miller Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#7468 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loren Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Loren Miller Elementary School is ranked #7468 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Loren Miller Elementary School?
601 students attend Loren Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Loren Miller Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loren Miller Elementary School?
Loren Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Loren Miller Elementary School offer ?
Loren Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Loren Miller Elementary School part of?
Loren Miller Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Loren Miller Elementary School located?
Loren Miller Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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