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#4266 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
George B. Miller Elementary
Elementary School · Centralia Elementary
7751 Furman Rd., La Palma, CA 90623
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,266 of 9,539
In La Palma
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Centralia Elementary
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About George B. Miller Elementary
George B. Miller Elementary is a public elementary school in La Palma, CA, part of Centralia Elementary. George B.
Miller Elementary serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. George B. Miller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,266 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for George B. Miller Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
George B. Miller Elementary runs 22.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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George B. Miller Elementary — Students at George B. Miller Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How George B. Miller Elementary Compares
See how George B. Miller Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7751 Furman Rd., La Palma, CA 90623
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George B. Miller Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buena Terra Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Buena Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Los Coyotes Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clara J. King Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cypress), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Palma, see our La Palma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Walker Junior High La Palma | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| John F. Kennedy High La Palma | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| SEMITA SCHOOL La Palma | 0.8 mi | — |
| Beacon Day School La Palma | 0.8 mi | — |
| BEACON DAY SCHOOL La Palma | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Los Coyotes Elementary La Palma | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| San Marino Elementary Buena Park | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Raymond Temple Elementary Buena Park | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Speech and Language Development Center Buena Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Clara J. King Elementary Cypress | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| CYPRESS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cypress | 1.1 mi | — |
| Steve Luther Elementary La Palma | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Hebron Mission School Cypress | 1.2 mi | — |
| Cerritos Elementary Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Cerritos | 1.2 mi | — |
| SMART START MONTESSORI Buena Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| Hope Buena Park | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90623 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,366
Median Home Value
$920,200
Median Rent
$2,224/mo
Population
15,369
College Educated
48.8%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
46.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George B. Miller Elementary
What grades does George B. Miller Elementary serve?
George B. Miller Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend George B. Miller Elementary?
George B. Miller Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George B. Miller Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at George B. Miller Elementary is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George B. Miller Elementary rank in CA?
George B. Miller Elementary ranks #4,266 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is George B. Miller Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
George B. Miller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at George B. Miller Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George B. Miller Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is George B. Miller Elementary a charter school?
No, George B. Miller Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George B. Miller Elementary a Title I school?
No, George B. Miller Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George B. Miller Elementary?
56.5% of students at George B. Miller Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.8%
- Phone
- (714) 228-3270
Resources & Links
District
Centralia Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,052
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,390
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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