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Miller (isaac) Elementary

Elementary School · Santa Maria-Bonita

410 East Camino Colegio, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Enrollment

883

Student-Teacher

21.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,596 of 9,539

In Santa Maria

#17 of 30

public schools

In district

#10 of 21

Santa Maria-Bonita

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Miller (isaac) Elementary

5.9/10

Elementary School in Santa Maria · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Miller (isaac) Elementary

Miller (isaac) Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Maria, CA, part of Santa Maria-Bonita. Miller (isaac) Elementary serves approximately 883 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Miller (isaac) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,596 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Miller (isaac) Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Miller (isaac) Elementary runs 21.5:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,207
Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

Miller (isaac) Elementary — Students at Miller (isaac) Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 24.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 28.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
43%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
36%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
16.5%
ELA
29.8%
2024
Math
17.4%
ELA
24.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.

How Miller (isaac) Elementary Compares

See how Miller (isaac) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in CA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

410 East Camino Colegio, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Miller (isaac) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jimenez Roberto and Dr. Francisco Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bill Libbon Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sanchez (David J.) Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Maria, see our Santa Maria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Santa Maria High Santa Maria 0.4 mi 6.8
Battles (Washington) Elementary Santa Maria 0.7 mi 5.1
Trivium Charter Lompoc 0.7 mi 5.8
Adam (William Laird) Elementary Santa Maria 0.7 mi 6.0
Bill Libbon Elementary Santa Maria 1.0 mi 7.7
Sanchez (David J.) Elementary Santa Maria 0.9 mi 6.8
AGAPE SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Santa Maria 1.1 mi
Fesler (Isaac) Junior High Santa Maria 1.2 mi 4.9
El Camino Junior High Santa Maria 1.3 mi 6.6
Alvin Elementary Santa Maria 1.4 mi 5.7
Fairlawn Elementary Santa Maria 1.3 mi 6.3
Bruce (Robert) Elementary Santa Maria 1.5 mi 5.2
Jimenez Roberto and Dr. Francisco Elementary Santa Maria 1.6 mi 7.9
Rice (William) Elementary Santa Maria 1.8 mi 4.6
Eagles Christian Academy Santa Maria 1.6 mi
Tunnell (Martin Luther) Elementary Santa Maria 1.9 mi 6.8
Liberty Elementary Santa Maria 1.7 mi 5.1
Oakley (Calvin C.) Elementary Santa Maria 2.1 mi 5.0
Pioneer Valley High Santa Maria 2.0 mi 7.0
Taylor (Ida Redmond) Elementary Santa Maria 2.3 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93454 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,178

Median Home Value

$477,600

Median Rent

$1,750/mo

Population

41,710

College Educated

17.8%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

31.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Miller (isaac) Elementary

What grades does Miller (isaac) Elementary serve?

Miller (isaac) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Miller (isaac) Elementary?

Miller (isaac) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 883 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Miller (isaac) Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Miller (isaac) Elementary is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Miller (isaac) Elementary rank in CA?

Miller (isaac) Elementary ranks #5,596 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Miller (isaac) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Miller (isaac) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Miller (isaac) Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Miller (isaac) Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Miller (isaac) Elementary a charter school?

No, Miller (isaac) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Miller (isaac) Elementary a Title I school?

No, Miller (isaac) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miller (isaac) Elementary?

91.8% of students at Miller (isaac) 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
883
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Santa Barbara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

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