Serving 501 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William E Miller Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: William E Miller Elementary serves the northwest part of Bend, OR, covering an extensive area of approximately 458 square miles, with most families experiencing a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school. The attendance zone extends up to 34.7 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William E Miller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
William E Miller Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William E Miller Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William E Miller Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#41 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
3%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
90%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William E Miller Elementary School's ranking?
William E Miller Elementary School is ranked #41 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are William E Miller Elementary School often compared to?
William E Miller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend William E Miller Elementary School?
501 students attend William E Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of William E Miller Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William E Miller Elementary School?
William E Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does William E Miller Elementary School offer ?
William E Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William E Miller Elementary School part of?
William E Miller Elementary School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
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