Serving 378 students in grades 6-8, Pearl R. Miller Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pearl R. Miller Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Butler, NJ, covering approximately 19.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 2.7 miles and the furthest edge located 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl R. Miller Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pearl R. Miller Middle School's student population of 378 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pearl R. Miller Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl R. Miller Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#232 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
76%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2006–2021. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl R. Miller Middle School's ranking?
Pearl R. Miller Middle School is ranked #232 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Pearl R. Miller Middle School?
378 students attend Pearl R. Miller Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pearl R. Miller Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 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 Pearl R. Miller Middle School?
Pearl R. Miller Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pearl R. Miller Middle School offer ?
Pearl R. Miller Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl R. Miller Middle School part of?
Pearl R. Miller Middle School is part of Kinnelon School District.
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