Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chester F Miller School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester F Miller School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chester F Miller School's student population of 294 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chester F Miller School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester F Miller School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2814 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
41%
18%
White
24%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester F Miller School's ranking?
Chester F Miller School is ranked #2814 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Chester F Miller School?
294 students attend Chester F Miller School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Chester F Miller School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester F Miller School?
Chester F Miller School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chester F Miller School offer ?
Chester F Miller School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chester F Miller School part of?
Chester F Miller School is part of Saginaw School District Of The City Of.
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