Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School serves the northeastern part of Miami, FL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of 5-10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#995 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
63%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School is ranked #995 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School often compared to?
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morningside K-8 Academy, Miami Shores Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School?
471 students attend Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School?
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School offer ?
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School part of?
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School located?
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School is located in the Upper East Side neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper East Side.
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