Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Miller Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Miller Heights Elementary School serves the eastern part of Bethlehem, PA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miller Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Miller Heights Elementary School's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Huskies!
School Rankings
Miller Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller Heights Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#487 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
30%
16%
Black
11%
14%
White
55%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Miller Heights Elementary School is ranked #487 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Miller Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Miller Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farmersville Elementary School, Shawnee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Miller Heights Elementary School?
328 students attend Miller Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Miller Heights Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miller Heights Elementary School?
Miller Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Miller Heights Elementary School offer ?
Miller Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller Heights Elementary School part of?
Miller Heights Elementary School is part of Bethlehem Area School District.
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