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Milliken Elementary School

Elementary School · Weld County School District No. Re-5J

100 BROAD STREET, Milliken, CO 80543

Enrollment

464

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,639 of 1,815

In Milliken

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Weld County School District No. Re-5J

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Milliken Elementary School

3.9/10

Elementary School in Milliken · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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4.9/10

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About Milliken Elementary School

Milliken Elementary School is a public elementary school in Milliken, CO, part of Weld County School District No. Re-5J. Milliken Elementary School serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Milliken Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,639 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Milliken Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.5% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.1% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.8 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,412
Chronic Absenteeism22.6%

Milliken Elementary School — Students at Milliken Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 38.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
14%
2025
Math
18.4%
ELA
27.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.

How Milliken Elementary School Compares

See how Milliken Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
10th percentile in CO
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

Location

100 BROAD STREET, Milliken, CO 80543

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Milliken Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gilcrest Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Gilcrest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverview PK-8 (rated 7.7/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Johnstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Ridge Academy (rated 7.2/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Greeley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milliken, see our Milliken schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Milliken Middle School Milliken 0.5 mi 5.2
Knowledge Quest Academy Milliken 1.6 mi 4.9
CIVICA Colorado Milliken 1.7 mi 4.5
Roosevelt High School Johnstown 2.6 mi 5.8
Pioneer Ridge Elementary School Johnstown 3.0 mi 5.3
Elwell Elementary School Johnstown 4.3 mi 5.0
Prairie Heights Middle School Evans 5.2 mi 6.2
Gilcrest Elementary School Gilcrest 5.5 mi 7.8
Valley High School Gilcrest 5.5 mi 6.4
University Schools Greeley 7.0 mi 5.4
Tointon Academy of Pre-Engineering Greeley 7.6 mi 5.0
Riverview PK-8 Johnstown 6.8 mi 7.7
West Ridge Academy Greeley 7.7 mi 7.2
Centennial BOCES High School Greeley 7.4 mi 4.3
Union Colony Preparatory School Greeley 7.4 mi 4.3
South Valley Middle School Platteville 8.6 mi 5.5
Northridge High School Greeley 8.2 mi 6.3
Heiman Elementary School Evans 7.2 mi 2.6
Platteville Elementary School Platteville 8.8 mi 3.9
Early College Academy Greeley 7.9 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,056

Median Home Value

$403,600

Population

9,342

College Educated

29.7%

Homeownership

89.5%

Avg Commute

35 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

31.7

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Centennial Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO 3.9
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Leroy Elementary Northglenn, CO 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Milliken Elementary School

What grades does Milliken Elementary School serve?

Milliken Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Milliken Elementary School?

Milliken Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Milliken Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Milliken Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Milliken Elementary School rank in CO?

Milliken Elementary School ranks #1,639 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Milliken Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Milliken Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Milliken Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Milliken Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Milliken Elementary School a charter school?

No, Milliken Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Milliken Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Milliken Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Milliken Elementary School?

58.2% of students at Milliken Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Weld County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

District

Weld County School District No. Re-5J
District Enrollment
3,976
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,412
District Rank
#7 of 7

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