Miller School

235 Woodland Street
Holliston, MA 01746
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
8/
10
Top 30%
Miller School serves 609 students in grades 3-5.
Miller School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 609 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 30% in MA
  • Math Proficiency
    : 52% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 63% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Miller School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Miller School's student population of 609 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
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School Rankings

Miller School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Miller School is 0.35, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MA)
Overall Testing Rank
#399 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
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Hispanic
6%
23%
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Black
1%
10%
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White
80%
56%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.35
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Miller School's ranking?
Miller School is ranked #399 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Miller School?
609 students attend Miller School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Miller School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miller School?
Miller School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Miller School offer ?
Miller School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller School part of?
Miller School is part of Holliston School District.

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 609 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 30%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 52% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 63% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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