Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Milan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Milan Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milan Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#296 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
21%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
55%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milan Elementary School's ranking?
Milan Elementary School is ranked #296 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Milan Elementary School?
436 students attend Milan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Milan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milan Elementary School?
Milan Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Milan Elementary School offer ?
Milan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Milan Elementary School part of?
Milan Elementary School is part of Grants-Cibola County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 3/20/2011
Our family recently move to milan and im very proud of my son who is in ms. White kindergarten class. He is already learning to read. Also they have great staff.
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