Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation's student population of 168 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
168 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1932
Colors
Black and Gold
School Motto
#TCMSOARS
School Rankings
T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1531 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
53%
21%
White
28%
44%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: American Bald Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation's ranking?
T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation is ranked #1531 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation?
168 students attend T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation students are Black, 28% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation?
T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation offer ?
T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation part of?
T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation is part of Lynchburg City School District.
In what neighborhood is T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation located?
T.c. Miller Elementary School For Innovation is located in the Miller Park neighborhood of Lynchburg, VA.
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