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#6494 of 8,552 schools in TX

Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design

High School · CORPUS CHRISTI ISD

1 BATTLIN BUC BLVD, Corpus Christi, TX 78408

Enrollment

1,531

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

4.9

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,494 of 8,552

In Corpus Christi

#62 of 83

public schools

In district

#36 of 52

CORPUS CHRISTI ISD

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design

4.9/10

High School in Corpus Christi · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design

Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design is a public high school in Corpus Christi, TX, part of CORPUS CHRISTI ISD. Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design serves approximately 1,531 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,494 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

52% of students at Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation17.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,836
Chronic Absenteeism52.4%

Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design — Students at Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
59%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
21%
ELA
38%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design Compares

See how Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
24th percentile in TX
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
20
9 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
17.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
9 boys'·11 girls'·42 teams (incl. JV)·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

1 BATTLIN BUC BLVD, Corpus Christi, TX 78408

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HAROLD T BRANCH ACADEMY FOR CAREER & TECHNICAL ED (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLLEGIATE H S (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COLES H S AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corpus Christi, see our Corpus Christi schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
DRISCOLL MIDDLE Corpus Christi 0.6 mi 3.8
ZAVALA EL Corpus Christi 0.9 mi 4.9
OAK PARK SPECIAL EMPHASIS SCHOOL Corpus Christi 0.9 mi 5.5
PROMESA COLLEGE PREP WEST CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus Christi 1.3 mi 5.9
HAROLD T BRANCH ACADEMY FOR CAREER & TECHNICAL ED Corpus Christi 1.5 mi 8.2
COLES H S AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Corpus Christi 1.4 mi 7.9
ALLEN EL Corpus Christi 1.5 mi 4.7
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Corpus Christi 1.7 mi 7.2
SHAW SES Corpus Christi 1.9 mi 3.5
WYNN SEALE METROPOLITAN SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi 2.0 mi 6.9
CORPUS CHRISTI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corpus Christi 2.0 mi 3.1
MARTIN MIDDLE Corpus Christi 2.3 mi 3.6
COLLEGIATE H S Corpus Christi 2.3 mi 8.0
TRAVIS EL Corpus Christi 2.4 mi 2.8
MENGER EL Corpus Christi 2.4 mi 7.3
DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL Corpus Christi 2.6 mi 7.3
STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER Corpus Christi 3.0 mi 5.3
KENNEDY EL Corpus Christi 3.0 mi 6.1
WEST OSO H S Corpus Christi 2.8 mi 6.4
INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY-ELEM LEVEL Corpus Christi 3.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78408 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,096

Median Home Value

$82,300

Median Rent

$979/mo

Population

9,631

College Educated

8.2%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

19%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design

What grades does Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design serve?

Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design?

Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design has an enrollment of approximately 1,531 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design?

The student-teacher ratio at Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design rank in TX?

Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design ranks #6,494 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design's MySchoolScout rating?

Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design a charter school?

No, Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design a Title I school?

No, Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design?

89.7% of students at Roy Miller H S and Metro School of Design 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
1,531
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Nueces County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.4%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
District Enrollment
33,053
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,836
District Rank
#36 of 52

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