Very Good
#802 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 36% in state
Ray Miller Elem.
Elementary School · KIRKSVILLE R-III
2010 E NORMAL, Kirksville, MO 63501
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.0
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.0
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#802 of 2,221
In Kirksville
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
KIRKSVILLE R-III
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Ray Miller Elem.
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About Ray Miller Elem.
Ray Miller Elem. is a public elementary school in Kirksville, MO, part of KIRKSVILLE R-III. Ray Miller Elem. serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Ray Miller Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #802 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Ray Miller Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Ray Miller Elem. — Students at Ray Miller Elem. score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from MO 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: 6.9/10.
How Ray Miller Elem. Compares
See how Ray Miller Elem. 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
2010 E NORMAL, Kirksville, MO 63501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ray Miller Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ATLANTA ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Another option is LA PLATA ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby La Plata), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GREEN CITY ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 21.3 miles away, in nearby Green City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kirksville, see our Kirksville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIRKSVILLE PRIMARY Kirksville | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| KIRKSVILLE SR. HIGH Kirksville | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| WILLIAM MATTHEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Kirksville | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirksville | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| MARY IMMACULATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kirksville | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| LIFE CHURCH SCHOOL Kirksville | 1.9 mi | — |
| ADAIR CO. ELEM. Novinger | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ADAIR CO. HIGH Novinger | 8.2 mi | 6.5 |
| LA PLATA ELEM. La Plata | 12.0 mi | 7.9 |
| LA PLATA HIGH La Plata | 12.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ADAIR CO. ELEM. Brashear | 9.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ADAIR CO. HIGH Brashear | 9.9 mi | 8.0 |
| SCHUYLER CO. ELEM. Queen City | 16.1 mi | 4.2 |
| SCHUYLER CO. HIGH Queen City | 16.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ATLANTA ELEM. Atlanta | 20.8 mi | 9.6 |
| ATLANTA HIGH Atlanta | 20.8 mi | 7.7 |
| GREEN CITY ELEM. Green City | 21.3 mi | 7.7 |
| GREEN CITY HIGH Green City | 21.3 mi | 8.8 |
| KNOX CO. ELEM. Edina | 22.3 mi | 7.0 |
| KNOX CO. HIGH Edina | 22.3 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,394
Median Home Value
$159,700
Median Rent
$783/mo
Population
21,129
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
14.7 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
27.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BABLER ELEM. Glencoe, MO | 7.0 |
| CLARENCE CANNON ELEM. Elsberry, MO | 7.0 |
| CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 7.0 |
| DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney, MO | 7.0 |
| EL DORADO SPRINGS ELEM. El Dorado Springs, MO | 7.0 |
| FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ray Miller Elem.
What grades does Ray Miller Elem. serve?
Ray Miller Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Ray Miller Elem.?
Ray Miller Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ray Miller Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Ray Miller Elem. is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ray Miller Elem. rank in MO?
Ray Miller Elem. ranks #802 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ray Miller Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Ray Miller Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Ray Miller Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ray Miller Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ray Miller Elem. a charter school?
No, Ray Miller Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ray Miller Elem. a Title I school?
No, Ray Miller Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ray Miller Elem.?
57.3% of students at Ray Miller Elem. 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Adair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (660) 665-2834
Resources & Links
District
KIRKSVILLE R-III- District Enrollment
- 2,534
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,201
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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