Serving 965 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mill Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mill Creek Elementary School serves the southwest part of Madison, AL, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mill Creek Elementary School's student population of 965 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
965 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Mill Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mill Creek Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#40 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
18%
31%
White
54%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Mill Creek Elementary School is ranked #40 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Mill Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Mill Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Mill Creek Elementary School?
965 students attend Mill Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Mill Creek Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Creek Elementary School?
Mill Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mill Creek Elementary School offer ?
Mill Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mill Creek Elementary School part of?
Mill Creek Elementary School is part of Madison City School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
I absolutely enjoyed my short time at Mill Creek. The teachers were amazing, the principals, all staff. The administrative team were extremely supportive of me and were great with handling a situation between me and a couple of other students.
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