Very Good
#261 of 864 schools in NM
Top 30% in state
Milan Elementary
Elementary School · GRANTS
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Grants
#6 of 12
public schools
New Mexico elementary schools
#161 of 468
In district
#6 of 12
GRANTS
School environment
8.3 / 10
Very strong
About Milan Elementary
Milan Elementary serves 417 students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade in Grants, New Mexico, offering a more intimate learning environment with a 13-to-1 student-teacher ratio and 32 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned recognition as a strong performer in the state, ranking 180th out of 874 New Mexico elementary schools and placing in the 80th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. Academically, Milan Elementary shows particular strength in reading and language arts, where 47% of students perform at proficient levels or above across all grades.
Mathematics presents an area with room for growth, with 21% of students achieving proficiency. The school's overall academic score of 7.0 out of 10 reflects its solid educational foundation and commitment to student development. The school serves a diverse community in the 87020 zip code area, where the median household income is $57,051 and median home values are $153,400.
About 19% of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate stands at 28.4% among the area's 10,555 residents. Milan Elementary is situated in the remote town setting of Grants, providing education to families in this rural New Mexico community.
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 6 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.3/10.
How Milan Elementary Compares
See how Milan Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 27% (2019) to 27% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 36% (2019) to 36% (2022).
Location
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Milan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CUBERO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 22.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Thoreau), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 | 4.1 |
| GCCS EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Grants | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| ST TERESA OF AVILA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grants | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| MESA VIEW ELEMENTARY Grants | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY Grants | 4.3 mi | 8.3 |
| MOUNT TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Grants | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
| LOS ALAMITOS MIDDLE Grants | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTERN NM CORRECTIONS Grants | 5.2 mi | — |
| BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY Grants | 7.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School Prewitt | 15.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Haak'u Community Academy Pueblo Of Acoma | 18.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOSEPH MISSION SCHOOL San Fidel | 18.1 mi | 3.5 |
| CUBERO ELEMENTARY Grants | 22.5 mi | 8.8 |
| ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL Thoreau | 24.2 mi | 8.8 |
| THOREAU ELEMENTARY Thoreau | 24.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Dibe Yazhi Habitiin Olta' Inc. Crownpoint | 28.1 mi | 5.2 |
| THOREAU MIDDLE Thoreau | 25.1 mi | 3.8 |
| THOREAU HIGH Thoreau | 25.2 mi | 4.1 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA HIGH Grants | 26.0 mi | 4.5 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA MIDDLE Grants | 26.0 mi | 4.3 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Milan Elementary has a median household income of $67,511. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,900, with a median rent of $741/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ONATE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.2 |
| S. Y. JACKSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.2 |
| HOLLOMAN ELEMENTARY Holloman Afb, NM | 7.3 |
| HUBERT H HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.3 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.3 |
| LOVING ELEMENTARY Loving, NM | 7.1 |
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 is ranked #261 out of 864 schools in NM.
What is Milan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Milan Elementary has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Milan Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Milan Elementary has 21.3% math proficiency and 47.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (505) 285-2727
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
GRANTS- District Enrollment
- 3,240
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,276
- District Rank
- #6 of 12
Other Schools in This District
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