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T.C. Miller Elementary For Innovat.

600 MANSFIELD AVE, LYNCHBURG, VA 24501

Top 10% School in Virginia

Ranked 118 of 232 in Virginia

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About T.C. Miller Elementary For Innovat.

Situated in central Lynchburg, Virginia, T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation has been known for a strong academic foundation and innovative learning for many years. The City of Lynchburg also provides a solid elementary education system, with average math proficiency around 65% and reading scores close to 68% among its school divisions. All this reflects a dedication to high standards for academic achievement among schools and the city as a whole. As of Fall 2025, the T.C. Miller facility has become a Pre-K and alternative education hub, positively serving families while focusing on early childhood development. Lynchburg is affordable, and with average rents for a home around $1,200 a month, it is a destination for families looking for quality foundational education and community-based schools. Other nearby schools, like Perrymont and R.S. Payne Elementary schools, are recognized as high-quality elementary schools in Virginia, thereby continuing the Lumberg legacy of providing families with high-quality education for their young children.

T.C. Miller Elementary For Innovat. Contact Information

Address

600 MANSFIELD AVE, LYNCHBURG, VA 24501

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Phone

(434) 515-5300

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 57%
Reading 42%
State average proficiency is 57% in Math and 42% in Reading.
22
Full-time Teachers
9 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
194
Total Students
$50202
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 118 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at T.C. Miller Elementary For Innovat.

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:10 AM – 3:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 35.1%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 3.8%
Black 50%
Two+ Races 10.6%
Native Am. 0%
White
35.1%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
3.8%
Black
50%
Two+ Races
10.6%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 194
43.8%
85 Female
56.3%
109 Male

Student Population

194 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 9 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

224 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

T.C. Miller Elementary is continuing the school transition to a Pre-K and alternative education center, as was approved earlier in 2025.

FAQ

Q1. What types of innovation projects are students involved with at T.C. Miller Elementary?

Ans. Students utilize project-based learning methods to create innovative solutions across the disciplines of science, technology, the Arts, and environmental studies.

Q2. Is there a theater or performance program at T.C. Miller Elementary?

Ans. Yes, T.C. Miller is recognized for its arts-based learning opportunities, including theater and music.

Q3. In what ways does T.C. Miller Elementary inspire students to address problems?

Ans. T.C. Miller Elementary's project-based learning approach encourages students to engage with real challenges.

Q4. Are family showcases held at T.C. Miller Elementary?

Ans. Yes, there are family showcases where family members, educators, and the community can come and view student exhibitions showcasing innovation and creativity.

Q5. Does T.C. Miller Elementary School provide maker-space activities?

Ans. Yes. There are opportunities for students to work with creative materials, technology, and projects in their maker-space labs.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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