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R. M. Miano Elementary

Elementary School · Los Banos Unified

1129 B St., Los Banos, CA 93635

Enrollment

763

Student-Teacher

25.4:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#9,184 of 9,539

In Los Banos

#16 of 16

public schools

In district

#16 of 16

Los Banos Unified

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R. M. Miano Elementary

3.2/10

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

Transitional Kindergarten Center

3.5/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

San Luis High (continuation)

3.6/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About R. M. Miano Elementary

R. M. Miano Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Banos, CA, part of Los Banos Unified.

R. M. Miano Elementary serves approximately 763 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

R. M. Miano Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,184 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for R. M. Miano Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

R. M. Miano Elementary runs 25.4:1 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.

38% of students at R. M. Miano 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-29 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,419
Chronic Absenteeism38.3%

R. M. Miano Elementary — Students at R. M. Miano Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 29.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 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
57%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
15.5%
ELA
25.6%
2024
Math
16.9%
ELA
24.1%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How R. M. Miano Elementary Compares

See how R. M. Miano Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
4th percentile in CA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.3%

Location

1129 B St., Los Banos, CA 93635

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering R. M. Miano Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Romero Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Santa Nella), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grasslands Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westside Union Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Banos, see our Los Banos schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Transitional Kindergarten Center Los Banos 0.1 mi 3.5
San Luis High (Continuation) Los Banos 0.2 mi 3.6
Los Banos Junior High Los Banos 0.6 mi 4.9
Los Banos Elementary Los Banos 0.7 mi 4.1
LOS BANOS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Los Banos 0.7 mi
Los Banos Adventist Christian School Los Banos 0.7 mi
Westside Union Elementary Los Banos 0.8 mi 7.1
Grasslands Elementary Los Banos 0.7 mi 7.6
Lorena Falasco Elementary Los Banos 0.8 mi 4.1
Los Banos High Los Banos 1.1 mi 5.6
Mercey Springs Elementary Los Banos 1.2 mi 5.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Los Banos 1.2 mi 6.7
Henry Miller Elementary Los Banos 1.3 mi 5.0
Valley Los Banos Community Merced 1.2 mi 5.3
Pacheco High Los Banos 1.3 mi 6.5
Crossroads Alternative Education Center Los Banos 1.7 mi 6.9
Creekside Junior High Los Banos 2.3 mi 6.5
Charleston Elementary Los Banos 5.7 mi 5.2
Volta Elementary Los Banos 5.6 mi 4.6
Romero Elementary Santa Nella 10.2 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,666

Median Home Value

$423,900

Median Rent

$1,505/mo

Population

49,232

College Educated

13.2%

Homeownership

57.6%

Avg Commute

51.1 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

30.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about R. M. Miano Elementary

What grades does R. M. Miano Elementary serve?

R. M. Miano Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend R. M. Miano Elementary?

R. M. Miano Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 763 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at R. M. Miano Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at R. M. Miano Elementary is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does R. M. Miano Elementary rank in CA?

R. M. Miano Elementary ranks #9,184 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is R. M. Miano Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

R. M. Miano Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 R. M. Miano Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, R. M. Miano Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is R. M. Miano Elementary a charter school?

No, R. M. Miano Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is R. M. Miano Elementary a Title I school?

No, R. M. Miano Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R. M. Miano Elementary?

87.7% of students at R. M. Miano 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
763
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Merced County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.3%

District

Los Banos Unified
District Enrollment
11,057
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,419
District Rank
#16 of 16

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