Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our work must be deeper, stronger, better for our students.
School Rankings
Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1605 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
82%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School is ranked #1605 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School?
450 students attend Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School?
Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School offer ?
Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School part of?
Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/1/2021
Clubs are great (before quarantine). Also, the schools look nice. Kids are nice. Would recommend.
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