Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Milan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is higher 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 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Milan Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Milan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milan Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#296 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
22%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
53%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milan Elementary School's ranking?
Milan Elementary School is ranked #296 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% 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?
417 students attend Milan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Milan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milan Elementary School?
Milan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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 3/20/2011
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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