Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Milam Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milam Elementary School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
10
School Motto
All students will graduate college, career, or military ready.
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
Milam Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milam Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#6164 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milam Elementary School's ranking?
Milam Elementary School is ranked #6164 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Milam Elementary School often compared to?
Milam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pease Communications/technology Academy, Idea Travis Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Milam Elementary School?
459 students attend Milam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Milam Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milam Elementary School?
Milam Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Milam Elementary School offer ?
Milam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Milam Elementary School part of?
Milam Elementary School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Milam Elementary School located?
Milam Elementary School is located in the Barberdale neighborhood of Midland, TX.
School Reviews
5 2/27/2023
Ben Milam has the best Dual Language Program in Midland. I love that my son can read, write, and speak both English and Spanish. The staff is friendly and there's great communication with parents. Highly recommend!
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