Serving 85 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Milford Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Milford Elementary School's student population of 85 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
School Motto
Once a Laker, Always a Laker
School Rankings
Milford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milford Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#546 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milford Elementary School's ranking?
Milford Elementary School is ranked #546 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Milford Elementary School?
85 students attend Milford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Milford Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milford Elementary School?
Milford Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milford Elementary School offer ?
Milford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milford Elementary School part of?
Milford Elementary School is part of Geary County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/21/2019
Absolutely love Milford Elementary staff and student body!
5 10/31/2011
My children absolutely love this school! Since the day my oldest has started, we have had nothing but wonderful things to say about the curriculum and the staff. They are very personable and know each and every child that walks through the door. It's a very family oriented environment and I only hope that we are in the same school district when my youngest child begins school.
My oldest started out in a different school in Junction City, and I didn't realize how much information I WASN'T getting from that school until we transferred to Milford.
Thank you to the wonderful staff and volunteers that make this school great!
5 10/17/2011
Excellent school! Great teachers and staff! Students thrive in this environment!
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