Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richard E Miller School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard E Miller School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Richard E Miller School's student population of 414 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Richard E Miller School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard E Miller School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1516 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
11%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
57%
49%
Black
17%
6%
White
8%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Washington Elementary School District (4260)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard E Miller School's ranking?
Richard E Miller School is ranked #1516 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Richard E Miller School often compared to?
Richard E Miller Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orangewood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Richard E Miller School?
414 students attend Richard E Miller School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Richard E Miller School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard E Miller School?
Richard E Miller School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richard E Miller School offer ?
Richard E Miller School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richard E Miller School part of?
Richard E Miller School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Richard E Miller School located?
Richard E Miller School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 31 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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