Serving 774 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Miller Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Miller Elementary School's student population of 774 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miller Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#770 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
89%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
7%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Miller Elementary School is ranked #770 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Miller Elementary School often compared to?
Miller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross Elementary School, Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Miller Elementary School?
774 students attend Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Miller Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miller Elementary School?
Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Miller Elementary School offer ?
Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Miller Elementary School part of?
Miller Elementary School is part of Dodge City School District.
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