Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Milan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Milan Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Grants, NM, encompassing an area of approximately 169.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge located about 19.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milan Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Milan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milan Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#432 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
21%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
53%
63%
Black
3%
2%
White
22%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milan Elementary School's ranking?
Milan Elementary School is ranked #432 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Milan Elementary School?
410 students attend Milan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Milan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milan Elementary School?
Milan Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milan Elementary School offer ?
Milan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milan Elementary School part of?
Milan Elementary School is part of Grants School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Our family recently move to milan and im very proud of my son who is in ms. White kindergarten class. He is already learning to read. Also they have great staff.
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