Serving 403 students in grades 4-8, Miller-south Visual Performing Arts ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Miller-South Visual Performing Arts serves an attendance zone that covers the entire district in Akron, OH, encompassing approximately 55 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 6.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miller-south Visual Performing Arts's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Miller-south Visual Performing Arts ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller-south Visual Performing Arts is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#913 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller-south Visual Performing Arts's ranking?
Miller-south Visual Performing Arts is ranked #913 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Miller-south Visual Performing Arts often compared to?
Miller-south Visual Performing Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Coventry Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Miller-south Visual Performing Arts?
403 students attend Miller-south Visual Performing Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Miller-south Visual Performing Arts students are White, 29% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miller-south Visual Performing Arts?
Miller-south Visual Performing Arts has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miller-south Visual Performing Arts offer ?
Miller-south Visual Performing Arts offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller-south Visual Performing Arts part of?
Miller-south Visual Performing Arts is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Miller-south Visual Performing Arts located?
Miller-south Visual Performing Arts is located in the Sherbondy Hill neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Sherbondy Hill.
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