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#2004 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 42% in state
Miller Hill School
Elementary School · AVERILL PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
8439 MILLER HILL RD, Averill Park, NY 12018
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,004 of 4,742
In Averill Park
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
AVERILL PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Miller Hill School
Miller Hill School is a public elementary school in Averill Park, NY, part of AVERILL PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Miller Hill School serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Miller Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,004 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Miller Hill School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Miller Hill School — Students at Miller Hill School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.6/10.
How Miller Hill School Compares
See how Miller Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8439 MILLER HILL RD, Averill Park, NY 12018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miller Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELL TOP SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Troy), which scores notably higher. Another option is POESTENKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Poestenkill), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 14 (rated 7.1/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Troy), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Averill Park, see our Averill Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AVERILL PARK HIGH SCHOOL Averill Park | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ALGONQUIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Averill Park | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| POESTENKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poestenkill | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| WEST SAND LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sand Lake | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| VANDERHEYDEN HALL Wynantskill | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ROBERT C PARKER SCHOOL North Greenbush | 5.6 mi | 6.7 |
| TAMARAC MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 7.8 mi | 5.3 |
| TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 7.9 mi | 4.7 |
| ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wynantskill | 6.7 mi | 5.6 |
| GARDNER-DICKINSON SCHOOL Wynantskill | 7.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Troy | 7.7 mi | 6.8 |
| DONALD P SUTHERLAND SCHOOL Nassau | 9.2 mi | 6.4 |
| EMMA WILLARD SCHOOL Troy | 8.0 mi | 7.8 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy | 7.4 mi | 7.9 |
| SUSAN ODELL TAYLOR SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN Troy | 8.2 mi | 5.9 |
| COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL East Greenbush | 7.5 mi | 8.1 |
| WOODLAND HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rensselaer | 7.6 mi | 6.6 |
| LA SALLE INSTITUTE Troy | 8.0 mi | 5.8 |
| RENSSELAER-COLUMBIA-GREENE BOCES Castleton | 8.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 14 Troy | 8.8 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,542
Median Home Value
$318,800
Median Rent
$1,339/mo
Population
7,069
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBANY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica, NY | 6.6 |
| ALFRED-ALMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Almond, NY | 6.6 |
| ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.6 |
| BIG FLATS SCHOOL Big Flats, NY | 6.6 |
| CHRISTOPHER AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.6 |
| DEASY SCHOOL Glen Cove, NY | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miller Hill School
What grades does Miller Hill School serve?
Miller Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Miller Hill School?
Miller Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miller Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Miller Hill 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 Miller Hill School rank in NY?
Miller Hill School ranks #2,004 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Miller Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Miller Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Hill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miller Hill School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Miller Hill School a charter school?
No, Miller Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Miller Hill School a Title I school?
No, Miller Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miller Hill School?
31.8% of students at Miller Hill 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rensselaer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.6%
- Phone
- (518) 674-7075
Resources & Links
District
AVERILL PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,614
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,161
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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