Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Miller Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Miller Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
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 Miller Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3357 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
68%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
17%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Miller Elementary School is ranked #3357 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Miller Elementary School often compared to?
Miller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hancock Elementary School, Marvin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Miller Elementary School?
389 students attend Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Miller Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miller Elementary School?
Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Miller Elementary School offer ?
Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Miller Elementary School part of?
Miller Elementary School is part of Escondido Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Miller Elementary School located?
Miller Elementary School is located in the Kit Carson neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Kit Carson.
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