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#281 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 6% in state

Miller Place High School

High School · MILLER PLACE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

15 MEMORIAL DR, Miller Place, NY 11764

Enrollment

803

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#281 of 4,742

In Miller Place

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

MILLER PLACE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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8.6/10

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About Miller Place High School

Miller Place High School is a public high school in Miller Place, NY, part of MILLER PLACE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Miller Place High School serves approximately 803 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Miller Place High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #281 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Miller Place High School show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.6 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency96% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency84% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+21.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
College Readiness8.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation30.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,270
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Miller Place High School — Students at Miller Place High School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 93.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 90.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2017
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2018
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
96%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
96%
ELA
72%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Miller Place High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
94th percentile in NY
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
30.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

15 MEMORIAL DR, Miller Place, NY 11764

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Miller Place High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ROBERT M GRABLE JR MOUNT SINAI HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Mount Sinai), with a very similar rating. Another option is COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Port Jefferson Station), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROCKY POINT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Rocky Point), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miller Place, see our Miller Place schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUND BEACH SCHOOL Miller Place 1.8 mi 5.6
NORTH COUNTRY ROAD SCHOOL Miller Place 1.8 mi 6.2
ANDREW MULLER PRIMARY SCHOOL Miller Place 1.8 mi 7.5
MOUNT SINAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Sinai 1.6 mi 7.2
MOUNT SINAI MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Sinai 1.7 mi 6.6
ROBERT M GRABLE JR MOUNT SINAI HIGH SCHOOL Mount Sinai 2.0 mi 8.5
WEST MIDDLE ISLAND SCHOOL Middle Island 2.9 mi 5.3
ROCKY POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Rocky Point 2.5 mi 6.7
ROCKY POINT HIGH SCHOOL Rocky Point 2.5 mi 8.2
FRANK J CARASITI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rocky Point 2.6 mi 7.5
COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 2.9 mi 8.3
CORAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coram 3.9 mi 4.1
CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 3.3 mi 4.4
JOSEPH A EDGAR IMTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rocky Point 3.2 mi 5.1
JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 3.3 mi 4.9
TERRYVILLE ROAD SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 3.6 mi 3.3
PORT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson 3.5 mi 6.6
STAGECOACH SCHOOL Selden 4.5 mi 5.8
NEW LANE MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selden 4.9 mi 2.4
BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 4.2 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11764 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,344

Median Home Value

$589,400

Median Rent

$1,221/mo

Population

12,530

College Educated

47.5%

Homeownership

79.5%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

42.3

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EAST AURORA HIGH SCHOOL East Aurora, NY 8.6
ELWOOD/JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL Elwood, NY 8.6
HAUPPAUGE HIGH SCHOOL Hauppauge, NY 8.6
HENDRICK HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Montrose, NY 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Miller Place High School

What grades does Miller Place High School serve?

Miller Place High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Miller Place High School?

Miller Place High School has an enrollment of approximately 803 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Miller Place High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Miller Place High School 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 Miller Place High School rank in NY?

Miller Place High School ranks #281 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Miller Place High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Miller Place High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Place High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Miller Place High School has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Miller Place High School a charter school?

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

Is Miller Place High School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miller Place High School?

17.9% of students at Miller Place High 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

MILLER PLACE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,318
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,270
District Rank
#1 of 4

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