Serving 530 students in grades 3-5, Ray Miller Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RAY MILLER ELEM.'s attendance zone serves the entire Kirksville school district, covering approximately 256.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ray Miller Elementary School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ray Miller Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ray Miller Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#907 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
12%
15%
White
78%
67%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ray Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Ray Miller Elementary School is ranked #907 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ray Miller Elementary School?
530 students attend Ray Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ray Miller Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ray Miller Elementary School?
Ray Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ray Miller Elementary School offer ?
Ray Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ray Miller Elementary School part of?
Ray Miller Elementary School is part of Kirksville R-III School District.
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