Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Milam Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Milam Elementary School's student population of 785 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milam Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milam Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#430 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
10%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milam Elementary School's ranking?
Milam Elementary School is ranked #430 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Milam Elementary School often compared to?
Milam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gonzalez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Milam Elementary School?
785 students attend Milam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Milam Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milam Elementary School?
Milam Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Milam Elementary School offer ?
Milam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Milam Elementary School part of?
Milam Elementary School is part of Mcallen ISD School District.
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