Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Miller Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Miller Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue, Purple, & Teal
School Calendar
School Rankings
Miller Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#753 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
45%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
32%
57%
Hawaiian
7%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mammoths
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Miller Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Miller Elementary School?
318 students attend Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Miller Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miller Elementary School?
Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miller Elementary School offer ?
Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller Elementary School part of?
Miller Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Miller Elementary School located?
Miller Elementary School is located in the Southeast Mill Creek neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Southeast Mill Creek.
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