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Miles Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 438 students

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Posted July 30, 2009

my child is disabled and Miles takes disabled kids for pre-k ages 3-5. the teacher Mrs. Duncan is the most passionate and patient teacher. She has 3 assistants and a max of 10 kids in the class. They are great! If you have a disabled child this is definately an A+ school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 12, 2008

L.P. Miles is a pretty good school, however there are several teacher there that have acquired higher degrees; Masters and Doctorates degrees and are just as immature as the children that attend the school. Adults are expected lead by example. What is missing from this school is more parental involement in order to support the teachers and the principal to make this school a satisfiying educational experience for our children. I have two children that attend Miles. I am a full-time working mother. I am also actively involed in the PTA, Local School Council, and I don't hesitate to volunteer when I can. My children's education level is on grade level and I am closely working with each of their teachers to learn other methods/techniques to enhance their level of education beyond average.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 4, 2007

This school is horrible. My son has been attending this school for two years and I am very disappointed in the school. The new principal has brought nothing new to the table. Teachers and staff are extremely unprofessional. Homework is not challenging. Safety is an issue. My child has had two coats taken already this year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 6, 2007

My child has attended Miles for four years, and I have no complaints. I love Miles and their teachers, and so does my saughter
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 8, 2007

I cannot recommend this school to anyone. There is low teacher moral. Most of the teachers do not stay over 2 years. Safety is a BIG issue. The level of parent involvement is very minimal...at best. The curriculum does not measure up to help the children in today's standard.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 1, 2006

Miles is a wonderful school. I should know. My daugher attended Miles. My child had a very sucessful college experience and is now completing advanced degrees. The faculty are caring people. The school has been fornuate in being able to keep good principals and staff.
—Submitted by a staff


Posted August 25, 2003

My child attended miles k-2, I had a good experience with the school. I always stayed involved in my child's education which is important to me. Also the teachers he had were great.And there were others that had a pleasant attitude when talking to them.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 86% in 2010.

56 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
80%
Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2010.

56 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 92% in 2010.

56 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
89%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 85% in 2010.

69 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
80%
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2010.

69 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
63%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2010.

69 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
82%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2012.

42 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
82%
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.

42 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
71%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

42 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
81%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

44 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
77%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 81% in 2012.

44 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
86%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2012.

71 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
81%
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.

73 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
62%

2010

 
 
56%

2009

 
 
56%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

71 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
76%
Science

The state average for Science was 81% in 2012.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
67%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 78% in 2012.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
64%

2009

 
 
56%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 94% in 2012.

67 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
89%
Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2012.

67 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
73%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
68%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

67 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
80%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

71 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
65%

2009

 
 
75%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 77% in 2012.

71 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
62%

2009

 
 
66%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 80% in 2012.

70 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
70%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
71%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Middle Grades Writing Assessment (MGWA) to students in grades 5 and 8. The MGWA is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 99% 38%
Hispanic 1% 10%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 3%
White 0% 46%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 1%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 92%N/A50%
Students with disabilities 11%N/A12%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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4215 Bakers Ferry Rd SW
Atlanta, GA 30331
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