Serving 29 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Milroy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Milroy Elementary serves the entire district in Milroy, MN, encompassing an area of approximately 87.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 8.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milroy Elementary School's student population of 29 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Milroy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milroy Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#908 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
76%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milroy Elementary School's ranking?
Milroy Elementary School is ranked #908 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Milroy Elementary School?
29 students attend Milroy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Milroy Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milroy Elementary School?
Milroy Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milroy Elementary School offer ?
Milroy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milroy Elementary School part of?
Milroy Elementary School is part of Milroy Public School District.
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