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#286 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 16% in state

Milan Elementary

Elementary School · Milan

1100 Middle RD, Milan, TN 38358

Enrollment

860

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#286 of 1,786

In Milan

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Milan

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Milan Elementary

8.1/10

Elementary School in Milan · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Milan Middle School

6.7/10

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5.4/10

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About Milan Elementary

Milan Elementary is a public elementary school in Milan, TN, part of Milan. Milan Elementary serves approximately 860 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Milan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Milan Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above TN schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+6.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,511
Chronic Absenteeism15.1%

Milan Elementary — Students at Milan Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 37.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
49%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
40.5%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
46%
ELA
42.7%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Milan Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
84th percentile in TN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

Location

1100 Middle RD, Milan, TN 38358

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Milan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Gibson County Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Medina), with a very similar rating. Another option is Stigall Primary School (rated 7.6/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Humboldt), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Trenton Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Trenton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Milan, see our Milan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Milan Middle School Milan 0.6 mi 6.7
Milan High School Milan 1.9 mi 5.4
Milan High School Academy Milan 1.9 mi
West Carroll Junior/Senior High School Atwood 6.4 mi 5.9
South Gibson County Middle School Medina 8.5 mi 7.3
South Gibson County High School Medina 8.7 mi 7.2
South Gibson County Elementary School Medina 8.8 mi 7.9
Bradford Elementary Bradford 9.6 mi 6.6
Bradford High School Bradford 9.6 mi 6.4
West Carroll Elementary School Trezevant 9.0 mi 6.6
Trenton Middle School Trenton 9.2 mi 5.5
Peabody High School Trenton 9.3 mi 5.4
East Elementary School Humboldt 10.7 mi 2.9
Humboldt Junior/Senior High School Humboldt 10.6 mi 5.5
Trenton Elementary Trenton 10.1 mi 7.4
West Carroll Primary Mclemoresville 10.9 mi 7.0
Stigall Primary School Humboldt 12.6 mi 7.6
Greenfield School Greenfield 14.7 mi 8.5
Gibson County High School Dyer 12.7 mi 5.8
East Elementary School Jackson 15.2 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38358 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,537

Median Home Value

$157,900

Median Rent

$808/mo

Population

12,511

College Educated

18.2%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Milan Elementary

What grades does Milan Elementary serve?

Milan Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Milan Elementary?

Milan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 860 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Milan Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Milan Elementary is 12.5:1. 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 TN?

Milan Elementary ranks #286 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Milan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Milan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
860
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Gibson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

District

Milan
District Enrollment
1,985
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,511
District Rank
#1 of 3

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