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#6193 of 9,533 schools in CA
Miller (isaac) Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Maria-Bonita
410 East Camino Colegio, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Enrollment
883
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
883
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Santa Maria
#10 of 30
public schools
California elementary schools
#3,701 of 5,817
In district
#5 of 21
Santa Maria-Bonita
About Miller (isaac) Elementary
Miller (Isaac) Elementary serves 883 students in grades kindergarten through sixth in Santa Maria, California. With 41 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21.5:1, providing a substantial learning community for families in this mid-size city. The school is working to strengthen academic outcomes, with current proficiency rates showing room for growth.
In English Language Arts, 24% of students perform at or above grade level, while 17% meet proficiency standards in mathematics. These results place Miller Elementary in the lower tier of California schools, ranking #7522 out of 9566 statewide, indicating focused efforts on student development and academic improvement are ongoing. The school serves a diverse community in the 93454 zip code area, where the median household income is $80,438 and median home values reach $434,300.
About 17% of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate stands at 11.6%. This working-class neighborhood of over 41,000 residents provides a stable foundation for the school community. Miller Elementary operates as a regular public school in Santa Barbara County, positioned to serve families seeking neighborhood-based education in Santa Maria's established residential areas.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Miller (isaac) Elementary is 21.5:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Miller (isaac) Elementary — Students at Miller (isaac) Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Miller (isaac) Elementary Compares
See how Miller (isaac) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 22% (2019) to 17.53% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 30% (2019) to 24.2% (2024).
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. Oakley (Calvin C.) Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bruce (Robert) Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bill Libbon Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Maria, see our Santa Maria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Miller (isaac) Elementary has a median household income of $84,178. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $477,600, with a median rent of $1,750/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.9%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ansgar Larsen Elementary Oxnard, CA | 5.7 |
| Arroyo Verde Elementary Highland, CA | 5.7 |
| Berenda Elementary Madera, CA | 5.7 |
| Bethany Elementary Mountain House, CA | 5.7 |
| Bill Libbon Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 5.7 |
| Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 San Francisco, CA | 5.7 |
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 is ranked #6193 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Miller (isaac) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Miller (isaac) Elementary has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Miller (isaac) Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Miller (isaac) Elementary has 18.2% math proficiency and 25.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (2,611/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Santa Maria). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (805) 361-7560
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Santa Maria-Bonita- District Enrollment
- 17,165
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,207
- District Rank
- #5 of 21
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