Serving 604 students in grades 3-5, Miller School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miller School's student population of 604 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miller School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller School is 0.36, 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
#620 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
5%
24%
Black
2%
10%
White
79%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller School's ranking?
Miller School is ranked #620 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Miller School often compared to?
Miller Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Placentino Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Miller School?
604 students attend Miller School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Miller School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miller School?
Miller School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Miller School offer ?
Miller School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller School part of?
Miller School is part of Holliston School District.
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