Serving 489 students in grades 1-5, William D Miller Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William D. Miller Elementary School serves the west part of New Boston, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 19.1 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point of the attendance zone being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
William D Miller Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
489 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Love Learning, Excel in all we do, Achieve goals together, Do what is right!
School Rankings
William D Miller Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William D Miller Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1278 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William D Miller Elementary School's ranking?
William D Miller Elementary School is ranked #1278 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend William D Miller Elementary School?
489 students attend William D Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of William D Miller Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William D Miller Elementary School?
William D Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does William D Miller Elementary School offer ?
William D Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William D Miller Elementary School part of?
William D Miller Elementary School is part of Huron School District.
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