Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Milam Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Milam Elementary serves the northern part of Midland, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 1.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milam Elementary School's student population of 561 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
561 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
All students will graduate college, career, or military ready.
School Rankings
Milam Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milam Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#6164 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
89%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
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)12.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Mustangs
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 #6164 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Milam Elementary School often compared to?
Milam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pease Communications/technology Academy, Idea Travis Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Milam Elementary School?
561 students attend Milam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Milam Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 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 20:1, 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-6
What school district is Milam Elementary School part of?
Milam Elementary School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Milam Elementary School located?
Milam Elementary School is located in the Barberdale neighborhood of Midland, TX.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Ben Milam has the best Dual Language Program in Midland. I love that my son can read, write, and speak both English and Spanish. The staff is friendly and there's great communication with parents. Highly recommend!
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