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#4708 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary
Elementary School · Lancaster Elementary
43420 22nd St. West, Lancaster, CA 93536
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,708 of 9,539
In Lancaster
#4 of 47
public schools
In district
#2 of 22
Lancaster Elementary
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary
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About John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary is a public elementary school in Lancaster, CA, part of Lancaster Elementary. John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary serves approximately 652 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,708 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary runs 25.1:1 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.
53% of students at John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary — Students at John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary Compares
See how John and Jacquelyn 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
43420 22nd St. West, Lancaster, CA 93536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lancaster Alternative and Virtual Academies (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GRACE LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, West Wind Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Sands Charter Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.3 mi | — |
| Lancaster Alternative and Virtual Academies Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Sunnydale Elementary Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Amargosa Creek Middle Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| SOAR High (Students On Academic Rise) Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Nancy Cory Elementary Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Sierra Elementary Lancaster | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| West Wind Elementary Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Empower Generations Lancaster | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| DESERT MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lancaster | 1.8 mi | — |
| PARACLETE HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Paraclete High School Lancaster | 1.9 mi | — |
| Valley View Elementary Lancaster | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| RISE Lancaster | 1.8 mi | — |
| The Leadership Academy Lancaster | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Lancaster High Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| LANCASTER-MONTESSORI PRE SCHOOL INC. Lancaster | 2.0 mi | — |
| Grace Lutheran Elementary Lancaster | 2.0 mi | — |
| GRACE LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,927
Median Home Value
$484,900
Median Rent
$1,946/mo
Population
72,013
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
36.8
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| Bellevue Elementary Atwater, CA | 6.4 |
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| Berlyn Elementary Ontario, CA | 6.4 |
| Captain Leland Norton Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 6.4 |
| Chaparral Elementary Claremont, CA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary
What grades does John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary serve?
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary?
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 652 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary rank in CA?
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary ranks #4,708 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary a charter school?
No, John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary a Title I school?
No, John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary?
81.9% of students at John and Jacquelyn 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 652
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.8%
- Phone
- (661) 726-1826
Resources & Links
District
Lancaster Elementary- District Enrollment
- 13,832
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,710
- District Rank
- #2 of 22
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