Serving 1,058 students in grades 6-8, Milford Central Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milford Central Academy's student population of 1,058 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Milford Central Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milford Central Academy is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#146 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
26%
31%
White
47%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milford Central Academy's ranking?
Milford Central Academy is ranked #146 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Milford Central Academy?
1,058 students attend Milford Central Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Milford Central Academy students are White, 26% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milford Central Academy?
Milford Central Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Milford Central Academy offer ?
Milford Central Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milford Central Academy part of?
Milford Central Academy is part of Milford School District.
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