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#585 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 15% in state

C E Miller Elem School

Elementary School · CUSD 201

125 W Traube Ave, Westmont, IL 60559

Enrollment

191

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 1st

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#585 of 3,813

In Westmont

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

CUSD 201

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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C E Miller Elem School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Westmont · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

J T Manning Elem School

7.6/10

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Lester Elem School

7.7/10

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About C E Miller Elem School

C E Miller Elem School is a public elementary school in Westmont, IL, part of CUSD 201. C E Miller Elem School serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. C E Miller Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #585 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for C E Miller Elem School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 191 students, C E Miller Elem School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-4.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,480
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

C E Miller Elem School — Students at C E Miller Elem School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How C E Miller Elem School Compares

See how C E Miller Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
85th percentile in IL
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Location

125 W Traube Ave, Westmont, IL 60559

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering C E Miller Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prospect Elem School (rated 9.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Clarendon Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walker School (rated 9.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Clarendon Hills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maercker Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Westmont, see our Westmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
J T Manning Elem School Westmont 0.5 mi 7.6
Lester Elem School Downers Grove 0.7 mi 7.7
South School Westmont 1.0 mi 7.0
Westmont Jr High School Westmont 1.2 mi 8.3
Clarendon Hills Middle School Clarendon Hills 1.1 mi 9.3
Westmont High School Westmont 1.3 mi 9.7
CREME DE LA CREME - WESTMONT Westmont 1.3 mi
Whittier Elem School Downers Grove 1.3 mi 7.8
Prospect Elem School Clarendon Hills 1.3 mi 9.8
Maercker Elem School Westmont 1.7 mi 8.3
Walker School Clarendon Hills 1.6 mi 9.7
ST JOSEPH Downers Grove 1.6 mi 5.0
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Clarendon Hills 1.6 mi 6.1
Highland Elem School Downers Grove 1.6 mi 6.1
SETON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clarendon Hills 1.9 mi 7.4
DOWNERS GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downers Grove 1.7 mi 6.2
Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S Downers Grove 1.6 mi 8.8
O Neill Middle School Downers Grove 2.1 mi 5.7
Fairmount Elem School Downers Grove 2.2 mi 7.1
Westview Hills Middle School Willowbrook 2.5 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,474

Median Home Value

$356,400

Median Rent

$1,491/mo

Population

24,404

College Educated

49%

Homeownership

59.2%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

42.1

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DIVINE PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Westchester, IL 8.0
East Coloma - Nelson Elem Sch Rock Falls, IL 8.0
Frankfort Square Elem School Frankfort, IL 8.0
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL CHICAGO Chicago, IL 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about C E Miller Elem School

What grades does C E Miller Elem School serve?

C E Miller Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.

How many students attend C E Miller Elem School?

C E Miller Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at C E Miller Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at C E Miller Elem School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does C E Miller Elem School rank in IL?

C E Miller Elem School ranks #585 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is C E Miller Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

C E Miller Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 C E Miller Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, C E Miller Elem School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is C E Miller Elem School a charter school?

No, C E Miller Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is C E Miller Elem School a Title I school?

No, C E Miller Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C E Miller Elem School?

34.0% of students at C E Miller Elem 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

District

CUSD 201
District Enrollment
1,333
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,480
District Rank
#3 of 5

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