Serving 1,273 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Milton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Milton Elementary School's student population of 1,273 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#133 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
10%
42%
White
80%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton Elementary School's ranking?
Milton Elementary School is ranked #133 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Milton Elementary School often compared to?
Milton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ernest Gallet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Milton Elementary School?
1,273 students attend Milton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Milton Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milton Elementary School?
Milton Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Milton Elementary School offer ?
Milton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Milton Elementary School part of?
Milton Elementary School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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