Serving 339 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mill Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mill Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1793 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Mill Elementary School is ranked #1793 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mill Elementary School?
339 students attend Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Mill Elementary School offer ?
Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mill Elementary School part of?
Mill Elementary School is part of Whittier City Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School - Minimum Day (Events)
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Minimum Day (Events)
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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