Milam Elementary School

720 West Jefferson
Tupelo, MS 38804
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 542 students in grades 6, Milam Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6
  • Enrollment: 542 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : Top 50% in MS
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Milam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Milam Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Milam Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milam Elementary School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MS)
#287 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
55%
52%
48%
42%
≥50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
9%
5%
Black
53%
47%
White
32%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Milam Elementary School's ranking?
Milam Elementary School is ranked #287 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Milam Elementary School often compared to?
Milam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saltillo Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Milam Elementary School?
542 students attend Milam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Milam Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milam Elementary School?
Milam Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milam Elementary School offer ?
Milam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milam Elementary School part of?
Milam Elementary School is part of Tupelo Public School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6
  • Enrollment: 542 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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