Serving 703 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mills Elementary serves the southwest part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest distance to the zone's edge being about 1.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mills Elementary School's student population of 703 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
703 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Kind. Be Responsible. Always Be the Best You Can Be
School Rankings
Mills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mills Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#136 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
20%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
59%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Milo The Mountain Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mills Elementary School's ranking?
Mills Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mills Elementary School often compared to?
Mills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kiker Elementary School, Patton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mills Elementary School?
703 students attend Mills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mills Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mills Elementary School?
Mills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mills Elementary School offer ?
Mills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mills Elementary School part of?
Mills Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mills Elementary School located?
Mills Elementary School is located in the Village At Western Oaks neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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