Serving 795 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Miller Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Miller Elementary School's student population of 795 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miller Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#667 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
88%
21%
Black
2%
6%
White
8%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Miller Elementary School is ranked #667 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Miller Elementary School often compared to?
Miller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross Elementary School, Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Miller Elementary School?
795 students attend Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Miller Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miller Elementary School?
Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Miller Elementary School offer ?
Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Miller Elementary School part of?
Miller Elementary School is part of Dodge City School District.
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