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William B Miller EL

Elementary School · DALLAS ISD

3111 BONNIE VIEW RD, Dallas, TX 75216

Enrollment

260

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,792 of 8,552

In Dallas

#265 of 374

public schools

In district

#189 of 235

DALLAS ISD

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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William B Miller EL

5.4/10

Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William B Miller EL

William B Miller EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. William B Miller EL serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. William B Miller EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,792 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for William B Miller EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-20.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,470
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

William B Miller EL — Students at William B Miller EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 56.8% (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
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
24.1%
ELA
34.2%
2024
Math
23%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How William B Miller EL Compares

See how William B Miller EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in TX
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

3111 BONNIE VIEW RD, Dallas, TX 75216

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William B Miller EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J P STARKS EL (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
JOHN LEWIS SOCIAL JUSTICE ACADEMY AT O W HOLMES Dallas 0.0 mi 6.9
J P STARKS EL Dallas 0.4 mi 8.1
SOUTHWEST ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Dallas 1.0 mi
JOHN NEELY BRYAN EL Dallas 1.0 mi 4.8
ELISHA M PEASE EL Dallas 1.5 mi 6.6
CEDAR CREST EL Dallas 1.5 mi 6.8
WHITNEY M YOUNG JR EL Dallas 1.6 mi 3.9
HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas 1.8 mi 8.6
TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL Dallas 1.6 mi 9.6
H I HOLLAND EL AT LISBON Dallas 1.7 mi 6.5
FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT H S OF INNOVATION Dallas 1.8 mi 3.6
DR FREDERICK DOUGLASS TODD SR MIDDLE Dallas 2.0 mi 4.9
NEW TECH H S AT B F DARRELL H S Dallas 2.0 mi 8.2
BARACK OBAMA MALE LEADERSHIP ACAD AT A MACEO SMITH Dallas 2.0 mi 7.7
BOUDE STOREY MIDDLE Dallas 2.0 mi 7.1
KIPP TRUTH ACADEMY Dallas 2.0 mi 5.6
KIPP TRUTH EL Dallas 2.0 mi 5.9
HARRELL BUDD EL Dallas 2.0 mi 5.0
H S THOMPSON LEARNING CENTER Dallas 2.4 mi 7.0
CLARA OLIVER EL Dallas 2.4 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,613

Median Home Value

$138,900

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

54,556

College Educated

9.1%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

31.5%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William B Miller EL

What grades does William B Miller EL serve?

William B Miller EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend William B Miller EL?

William B Miller EL has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William B Miller EL?

The student-teacher ratio at William B Miller EL is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William B Miller EL rank in TX?

William B Miller EL ranks #5,792 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is William B Miller EL's MySchoolScout rating?

William B Miller EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 William B Miller EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William B Miller EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is William B Miller EL a charter school?

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

Is William B Miller EL a Title I school?

No, William B Miller EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William B Miller EL?

99.6% of students at William B Miller EL 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

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