Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Miller K-5 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Miller K-5 serves a central area within Pittsburgh, PA, encompassing approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Miller K-5's student population of 218 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Miller K-5 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Miller K-5 is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2636 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
95%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Miller K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Miller K-5 is ranked #2636 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Miller K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Miller K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Weil K-5, Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Miller K-5?
218 students attend Pittsburgh Miller K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pittsburgh Miller K-5 students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Miller K-5?
Pittsburgh Miller K-5 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Miller K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Miller K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Miller K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Miller K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Miller K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Miller K-5 is located in the Bedford Dwellings neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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