BEN MILAM EL

CAMERON ISD
1100 E 21ST ST
CAMERON, TX 76520
396 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 2nd
School Overview
Ben Milam Elementary, located in Cameron, Texas, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Cameron Independent School District. Situated on East 21st Street, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for its young students, focusing on academic development, social-emotional growth, and the cultivation of essential literacy and numeracy skills. As part of the Cameron ISD community, the school emphasizes the importance of community involvement and prepares students for a successful transition into higher grade levels through a structured, district-aligned curriculum.

The school’s identity is deeply rooted in the local community of Cameron, and it functions as a central hub for elementary education in the area. By prioritizing both teacher-led instruction and student engagement, Ben Milam Elementary aims to provide a well-rounded experience that meets the diverse needs of its student body. Those looking for detailed information regarding current academic programs, school calendars, staff directories, or district-wide initiatives can find comprehensive resources on their official website at http://www.cameronisd.net.
396
Total Students
26.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    204 (51.5%)
  • White
    118 (29.8%)
  • Black
    55 (13.9%)
  • Two or More
    17 (4.3%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: CAMERON ISD
Phone: (254)697-3641
Website: http://www.cameronisd.net
Grade Range: Pre-K - 2nd
Total Students: 396
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 284
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 131
Kindergarten 80
Grade 1 96
Grade 2 89
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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404 E 22ND ST
CAMERON, TX 76520 (0.5 miles away)
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