Tr Miller High School serves 394 students in grades 9-12.
Tr Miller High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tr Miller High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Tr Miller High School's student population of 394 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tr Miller High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Tr Miller High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#403 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
29%
32%
White
68%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- T. R. Miller High School is a public school in Brewton, Alabama. The school shares its name with a timber mogul that financially contributed to the construction of the school building. The school mascot is the T.R. Miller Tiger.
- Mission statement: "The mission statement of T.R. Miller High School is to create an environment conductive to providing a quality education for all students that properly prepares them to be successful in their future endeavors. In doing so, we recognize the importance of parent and community involvement, strong faculty and administrative personnel, and an atmosphere that supports cultural diversity and continuous improvement."
- History: The current school building, located off Douglas Ave. in the north section of town, was opened in 1962 after moving from the current home of Brewton Elementary school located less than a mile south. The school consisted of three wings, a lunch room, a gym, and an office area. The school was expanded to include a fourth wing, dedicated to science classes, in 1994. Recent additions include an auditorium (built in 1998), a field house for the football program (completed in 2001), and a new gym (completed in 2002).
- Clubs and Activities: T.R. Miller's clubs and activities include: Student Council; National Honor Society; Fellowship of Christian Athletes; T.R. Miller Yearbook - The Tiger Roar; Cheerleading; Tiger Band; FCCLA; Pep Club; Athletics; Spanish Club; Math Team; Kaleidoscope; Science Club; Energy and Environmental Bowl; Scholar's Bowl; Science Olympiad.
- Sports: T.R. Miller High School has had success in several athletic programs, especially since the mid-1980s. The men's basketball team brought home a mythical state championship in 1952, which is to date the only championship the boys basketball program has won. The athletic program most closely identified with the school is the football team. The Tigers currently have six state championships (1969, 1984, 1991, 1994, 2000, and 2002), and have advanced to at least the semi-finals of the playoffs 15 times in the last 22 seasons. The Tiger track program has won numerous state championships over the last 20 years, and the Lady Tiger basketball team brought home state titles in 1995, 1996, and 2002.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tr Miller High School's ranking?
Tr Miller High School is ranked #403 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Tr Miller High School often compared to?
Tr Miller High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flomaton High School, W S Neal High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tr Miller High School?
The graduation rate of Tr Miller High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Tr Miller High School?
394 students attend Tr Miller High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tr Miller High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tr Miller High School?
Tr Miller High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Tr Miller High School offer ?
Tr Miller High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tr Miller High School part of?
Tr Miller High School is part of Brewton City School District.
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