Excellent
#190 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 5% in state
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
840 NE 87TH ST, Miami, FL 33138
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#190 of 3,778
In Miami
#24 of 280
public schools
In district
#44 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Phyllis R.
Miller Elementary School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School — Students at Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.8/10.
How Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School Compares
See how Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School 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
840 NE 87TH ST, Miami, FL 33138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MORNINGSIDE K-8 ACADEMY (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MIAMI SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Miami Shores), a more accessible option. Additionally, TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,518
Median Home Value
$686,300
Median Rent
$1,647/mo
Population
28,871
College Educated
46.7%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School
What grades does Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School serve?
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School?
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School rank in FL?
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School ranks #190 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School a charter school?
No, Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School?
62.6% of students at Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (305) 756-3800
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #44 of 497
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