Serving 865 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Milaca Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Milaca Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Milaca school district, covering approximately 286.4 square miles in Milaca, MN. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 18 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milaca Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Milaca Elementary School's student population of 865 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
865 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milaca Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milaca Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#816 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
School colors are Blue and Gold.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milaca Elementary School's ranking?
Milaca Elementary School is ranked #816 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Milaca Elementary School often compared to?
Milaca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rum River North, Milaca Secondary High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Milaca Elementary School?
865 students attend Milaca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Milaca Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milaca Elementary School?
Milaca Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milaca Elementary School offer ?
Milaca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milaca Elementary School part of?
Milaca Elementary School is part of Milaca Public School District.
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