Below Average
#7198 of 8,552 schools in TX
Ben Milam EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
4200 MCKINNEY AVE, Dallas, TX 75205
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,198 of 8,552
In Dallas
#311 of 374
public schools
In district
#216 of 235
DALLAS ISD
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Ben Milam EL
Ben Milam EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Ben Milam EL serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Milam EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,198 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ben Milam EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Ben Milam EL 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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Ben Milam EL — Students at Ben Milam EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 3.6/10.
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
4200 MCKINNEY AVE, Dallas, TX 75205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ben Milam EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOLAR PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AT BONHAM (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARMSTRONG EL (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOLAR PREP FOR BOYS AT JOHN F KENNEDY (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE SAINT TIMOTHY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| DALLAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dallas | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTH DALLAS H S Dallas | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| ALEX W SPENCE TALENTED/GIFTED ACADEMY Dallas | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| SOLAR PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AT BONHAM Dallas | 0.5 mi | 9.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| IGNITE MIDDLE Dallas | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ LEARNING CENTER Dallas | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| SOLAR PREP FOR BOYS AT JOHN F KENNEDY Dallas | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| INNOVATION DESIGN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ARMSTRONG EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| WILLIAM B TRAVIS VANGUARD ACAD OF ACADEMICALLY TAG Dallas | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| DALLAS HYBRID PREPARATORY AT STEPHEN J HAY Dallas | 1.2 mi | 9.7 |
| UPLIFT ATLAS PREPARATORY - PRI Dallas | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| UPLIFT ATLAS PREPARATORY - MIDDLE Dallas | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| UPLIFT ATLAS PREPARATORY - H S Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| PERSONALIZED LEARNING PREPARATORY AT SAM HOUSTON Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| HIGHLAND PARK MIDDLE Dallas | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| MCCULLOCH INT Dallas | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$188,396
Median Home Value
$1,518,600
Median Rent
$2,348/mo
Population
25,537
College Educated
87.2%
Homeownership
58.3%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
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| ADAMS EL Cleburne, TX | 4.3 |
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| FARIAS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston, TX | 4.3 |
| KEENE EL Keene, TX | 4.3 |
| MADISON EL San Antonio, TX | 4.3 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL Brownsville, TX | 4.3 |
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 5th.
How many students attend Ben Milam EL?
Ben Milam EL has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Milam EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Ben Milam EL is 13.1:1. 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 #7,198 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ben Milam EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ben Milam EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Ben Milam EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ben Milam EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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?
78.4% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (972) 749-5600
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #216 of 235
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