Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joaquin Miller Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joaquin Miller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Joaquin Miller Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Joaquin Miller Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joaquin Miller Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1586 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joaquin Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Joaquin Miller Elementary School is ranked #1586 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joaquin Miller Elementary School often compared to?
Joaquin Miller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montclair Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joaquin Miller Elementary School?
406 students attend Joaquin Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Joaquin Miller Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joaquin Miller Elementary School?
Joaquin Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joaquin Miller Elementary School offer ?
Joaquin Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Joaquin Miller Elementary School part of?
Joaquin Miller Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Joaquin Miller Elementary School located?
Joaquin Miller Elementary School is located in the Piedmont Pines neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Piedmont Pines.
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