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#3382 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 40% in state
Based on limited data
Ben Milam EL
Elementary School · CAMERON ISD
P O BOX 712, Cameron, TX 76520
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,382 of 8,552
In Cameron
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
CAMERON ISD
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Ben Milam EL
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About Ben Milam EL
Ben Milam EL is a public elementary school in Cameron, TX, part of CAMERON ISD. Ben Milam EL serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Milam EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,382 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ben Milam EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ben Milam EL Compares
See how Ben Milam EL 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
P O BOX 712, Cameron, TX 76520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ben Milam EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILANO EL (rated 9.2/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Milano), which scores notably higher. Another option is GAUSE EL (rated 7.9/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Gause), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROCKDALE EL (rated 7.5/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Rockdale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cameron, see our Cameron schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAMERON EL Cameron | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| CAMERON MIDDLE Cameron | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CAMERON YOE H S Cameron | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| RESOLUTION RANCH ACADEMY Cameron | 4.2 mi | — |
| BUCKHOLTS SCHOOL Buckholts | 9.8 mi | 7.0 |
| MILANO H S Milano | 11.7 mi | 7.8 |
| MILANO J H Milano | 11.7 mi | 9.0 |
| MILANO EL Milano | 11.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ROCKDALE INSPIRE ACADEMY Rockdale | 13.4 mi | 4.3 |
| ROCKDALE J H Rockdale | 14.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ROCKDALE EL Rockdale | 14.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ROCKDALE H S Rockdale | 15.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ROCKDALE INT Rockdale | 15.9 mi | 6.8 |
| GAUSE EL Gause | 14.8 mi | 7.9 |
| ROGERS EL Rogers | 16.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ROGERS H S Rogers | 16.6 mi | 7.3 |
| BELL COUNTY DAEP Rogers | 16.6 mi | — |
| ROGERS MIDDLE Rogers | 16.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ROSEBUD-LOTT H S Lott | 19.2 mi | 8.7 |
| ROSEBUD-LOTT MIDDLE Lott | 19.2 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,037
Median Home Value
$157,700
Median Rent
$940/mo
Population
8,098
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
36.8
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| BAY COLONY EL Dickinson, TX | 6.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ben Milam EL
What grades does Ben Milam EL serve?
Ben Milam EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Ben Milam EL?
Ben Milam EL has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Milam EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Ben Milam EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ben Milam EL rank in TX?
Ben Milam EL ranks #3,382 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ben Milam EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ben Milam EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ben Milam EL a charter school?
No, Ben Milam EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ben Milam EL a Title I school?
No, Ben Milam EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ben Milam EL?
79.7% of students at Ben Milam EL 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Milam County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (254) 697-3641
Resources & Links
District
CAMERON ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,517
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,407
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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