Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Miller Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miller Elementary School's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Miller Mustangs work collaboratively using Respect, Integrity, Determination, and Empathy to ensure every stakeholder has the opportunity to grow and succeed as a 21st century individual.
School Rankings
Miller Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1487 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
13%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
79%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
6%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Miller Elementary School is ranked #1487 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Miller Elementary School often compared to?
Miller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Miller Elementary School?
489 students attend Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Miller Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, 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 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miller Elementary School offer ?
Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller Elementary School part of?
Miller Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Miller Elementary School located?
Miller Elementary School is located in the Mission Ridge neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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