Serving 1,010 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Douglas J. Miller Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,010 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas J. Miller Elementary School's student population of 1,010 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
1,010 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Douglas J. Miller Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas J. Miller Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3700 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas J. Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas J. Miller Elementary School is ranked #3700 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Douglas J. Miller Elementary School often compared to?
Douglas J. Miller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Granite Pointe Elementary School, General Shafter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Douglas J. Miller Elementary School?
1,010 students attend Douglas J. Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Douglas J. Miller Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas J. Miller Elementary School?
Douglas J. Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Douglas J. Miller Elementary School offer ?
Douglas J. Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Douglas J. Miller Elementary School part of?
Douglas J. Miller Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
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