Mila Elementary School

288 W Merritt Ave
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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4/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mila Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 382 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • : Mila Elementary School serves the northern part of Merritt Island, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mila Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD

School Rankings

Mila Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mila Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2455 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

41%
52%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

43%
52%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

50-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
3%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
20%
38%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Black
22%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
43%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
12%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
57%
0.72

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
32.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mila Elementary School's ranking?
Mila Elementary School is ranked #2455 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mila Elementary School often compared to?
Mila Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Audubon Elementary School, Lewis Carroll Elementary School, Tropical Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mila Elementary School?
382 students attend Mila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mila Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mila Elementary School?
Mila Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mila Elementary School offer ?
Mila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mila Elementary School part of?
Mila Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 382 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • : Mila Elementary School serves the northern part of Merritt Island, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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