Milford Mill Academy is a four-year public high school in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States. It is located on the west side of the county close to the Baltimore border just outside the Baltimore Beltway.
Serving 1,470 students in grades 9-12, Milford Mill Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milford Mill Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Milford Mill Academy's student population of 1,470 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Milford Mill Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milford Mill Academy is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#838 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
86%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Millers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milford Mill Academy's ranking?
Milford Mill Academy is ranked #838 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Milford Mill Academy often compared to?
Milford Mill Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milford Mill Academy?
The graduation rate of Milford Mill Academy is 88%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Milford Mill Academy?
1,470 students attend Milford Mill Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Milford Mill Academy students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milford Mill Academy?
Milford Mill Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Milford Mill Academy offer ?
Milford Mill Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milford Mill Academy part of?
Milford Mill Academy is part of Baltimore County School District.
In what neighborhood is Milford Mill Academy located?
Milford Mill Academy is located in the Windsor Mill neighborhood of Gwynn Oak, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Windsor Mill.
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