Ben Milam Elementary School serves 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ben Milam Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, We the Yoemen Stand!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ben Milam Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ben Milam Elementary School?
395 students attend Ben Milam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ben Milam Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Milam Elementary School?
Ben Milam Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ben Milam Elementary School offer ?
Ben Milam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Ben Milam Elementary School part of?
Ben Milam Elementary School is part of Cameron Independent School District.
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