Serving 225 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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Miller K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Miller K-5's student population of 225 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2636 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
94%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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?
225 students attend Pittsburgh Miller K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pittsburgh Miller K-5 students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Miller K-5?
Pittsburgh Miller K-5 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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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