Serving 1,261 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Milton Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Milton Elementary School's student population of 1,261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milton Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#100 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
11%
42%
White
78%
41%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton Elementary School's ranking?
Milton Elementary School is ranked #100 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Milton Elementary School often compared to?
Milton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ernest Gallet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Milton Elementary School?
1,261 students attend Milton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Milton Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milton Elementary School?
Milton Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milton Elementary School offer ?
Milton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milton Elementary School part of?
Milton Elementary School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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