Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Miles 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 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Miles Elementary School's student population of 468 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Miles Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miles Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#2045 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
90%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
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 Miles Elementary School's ranking?
Miles Elementary School is ranked #2045 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Miles Elementary School often compared to?
Miles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William J. Scott Elementary School, F. L. Stanton Elementary School, Thomasville Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Miles Elementary School?
468 students attend Miles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Miles Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miles Elementary School?
Miles Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Miles Elementary School offer ?
Miles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miles Elementary School part of?
Miles Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Miles Elementary School located?
Miles Elementary School is located in the Bakers Ferry neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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