Excellent
#119 of 864 schools in NM
Top 14% in state
Milan Elementary
Elementary School · GRANTS
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#119 of 864
In Grants
#3 of 12
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
GRANTS
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Milan Elementary
Milan Elementary is a public elementary school in Grants, NM, part of GRANTS. Milan Elementary serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Milan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Milan Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Milan Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Milan Elementary — Students at Milan Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.7/10.
How Milan Elementary Compares
See how Milan Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Milan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Thoreau), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CUBERO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 22.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Grants, see our Grants schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRANTS HIGH Grants | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| GCCS EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Grants | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ST TERESA OF AVILA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grants | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| MESA VIEW ELEMENTARY Grants | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY Grants | 4.3 mi | 8.6 |
| MOUNT TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Grants | 4.3 mi | 6.7 |
| LOS ALAMITOS MIDDLE Grants | 4.4 mi | 5.9 |
| WESTERN NM CORRECTIONS Grants | 5.2 mi | — |
| BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY Grants | 7.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School Prewitt | 15.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Haak'u Community Academy Pueblo Of Acoma | 18.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOSEPH MISSION SCHOOL San Fidel | 18.1 mi | 3.5 |
| CUBERO ELEMENTARY Grants | 22.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL Thoreau | 24.2 mi | 8.8 |
| THOREAU ELEMENTARY Thoreau | 24.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Dibe Yazhi Habitiin Olta' Inc. Crownpoint | 28.1 mi | 4.2 |
| THOREAU MIDDLE Thoreau | 25.1 mi | 3.7 |
| THOREAU HIGH Thoreau | 25.2 mi | 4.3 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA HIGH Grants | 26.0 mi | 5.1 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA MIDDLE Grants | 26.0 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,511
Median Home Value
$154,900
Median Rent
$741/mo
Population
11,874
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
25.4%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALVARADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 8.0 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY Deming, NM | 8.1 |
| CHAMISA ELEMENTARY White Rock, NM | 7.9 |
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 8.1 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 7.9 |
| MILLS ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Milan Elementary
What grades does Milan Elementary serve?
Milan Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Milan Elementary?
Milan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Milan Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Milan Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Milan Elementary rank in NM?
Milan Elementary ranks #119 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Milan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Milan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Milan Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Milan Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Milan Elementary a charter school?
No, Milan Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Milan Elementary a Title I school?
No, Milan Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Milan Elementary?
97.1% of students at Milan Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Cibola County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (505) 285-2727
Resources & Links
District
GRANTS- District Enrollment
- 3,240
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,276
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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