Needs Improvement
#226 of 240 schools in DC
Kelly Miller MS
Middle School · District of Columbia Public Schools
301 49th St. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#226 of 240
In Washington
#226 of 240
public schools
In district
#113 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
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About Kelly Miller MS
Kelly Miller MS is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Kelly Miller MS serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kelly Miller MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #226 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Kelly Miller MS show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.3
- DC avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Kelly Miller MS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
87% of students at Kelly Miller MS 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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Kelly Miller MS — Students at Kelly Miller MS score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from DC 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: 5.6/10.
How Kelly Miller MS Compares
See how Kelly Miller MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
301 49th St. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kelly Miller MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DC Prep PCS - Benning MS (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS (rated 5.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS (rated 4.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE MONROE SCHOOL Washington | 0.3 mi | — |
| Smothers ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Nalle ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Plummer ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| H.D. Woodson HS Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| KIPP DC - LEAP Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Burrville ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| C.W. Harris ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| DC Scholars PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| IDEA PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Houston ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Maya Angelou PCS - HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning MS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,031
Median Home Value
$437,600
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
64,365
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kramer MS Washington, DC | 3.6 |
| Sousa MS Washington, DC | 4.2 |
| KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS Washington, DC | 4.3 |
| Two Rivers PCS - Young MS Washington, DC | 4.3 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington, DC | 4.9 |
| Johnson MS Washington, DC | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kelly Miller MS
What grades does Kelly Miller MS serve?
Kelly Miller MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Kelly Miller MS?
Kelly Miller MS has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kelly Miller MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Kelly Miller MS is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kelly Miller MS rank in DC?
Kelly Miller MS ranks #226 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Kelly Miller MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Kelly Miller MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Kelly Miller MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kelly Miller MS has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kelly Miller MS a charter school?
No, Kelly Miller MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kelly Miller MS a Title I school?
No, Kelly Miller MS is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.9%
- Phone
- (202) 388-6870
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #113 of 116
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