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#392 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 22% in state

Miller School

Elementary School · Holliston

235 Woodland Street, Holliston, MA 01746

Enrollment

580

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#392 of 1,793

In Holliston

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Holliston

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Miller School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Holliston · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Placentino Elementary

4.6/10

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7.9/10

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About Miller School

Miller School is a public elementary school in Holliston, MA, part of Holliston. Miller School serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Miller School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #392 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Miller School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+12.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,706
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Miller School — Students at Miller School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
75%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
47.3%
ELA
58.3%
2019
Math
51.8%
ELA
58.5%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
52.3%
ELA
60.8%
2022
Math
55.3%
ELA
44.5%
2023
Math
56.7%
ELA
53.7%
2024
Math
56.3%
ELA
47.3%
2025
Math
54.3%
ELA
51%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Miller School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in MA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

Location

235 Woodland Street, Holliston, MA 01746

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Miller School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burke/Memorial Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Medway), with a very similar rating. Another option is David Mindess (rated 7.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Ashland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pine Hill (rated 7.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Sherborn), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Holliston, see our Holliston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Placentino Elementary Holliston 0.0 mi 4.6
Robert H. Adams Middle School Holliston 0.2 mi 7.9
Holliston High Holliston 1.1 mi 8.1
Henry E Warren Elementary Ashland 2.7 mi 5.0
NORTH AMERICAN HOCKEY ACADEMY Ashland 2.9 mi
John D Mc Govern Elementary Medway 3.6 mi 6.4
Medway High Medway 3.7 mi 6.7
Ashland High Ashland 4.0 mi 6.7
SPARHAWK ACADEMY Mills 3.3 mi 5.7
Medway Middle Medway 4.3 mi 7.4
William Pittaway Elementary Ashland 4.0 mi 4.9
Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway 4.5 mi 7.8
David Mindess Ashland 4.3 mi 7.2
Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham 4.6 mi 3.7
Ashland Middle Ashland 4.1 mi 6.7
PINCUSHION HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashland 4.6 mi
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham 4.8 mi 7.3
Pine Hill Sherborn 4.1 mi 7.2
Barbieri Elementary Framingham 5.0 mi 4.5
Clyde F Brown Millis 4.4 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$154,684

Median Home Value

$620,500

Median Rent

$1,651/mo

Population

14,964

College Educated

65.7%

Homeownership

86.8%

Avg Commute

34.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

45.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Birch Meadow Reading, MA 7.8
Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway, MA 7.8
Center Longmeadow, MA 7.8
Chandler Magnet Worcester, MA 7.8
Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough, MA 7.8
Frederick Harris Springfield, MA 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Miller School

What grades does Miller School serve?

Miller School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Miller School?

Miller School has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Miller School?

The student-teacher ratio at Miller School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Miller School rank in MA?

Miller School ranks #392 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Miller School's MySchoolScout rating?

Miller School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Miller School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Miller School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Miller School a charter school?

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

Is Miller School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

Holliston
District Enrollment
2,724
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,706
District Rank
#3 of 4

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