Serving 1,271 students in grades 9-12, Milford Senior High School 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 16% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Milford Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Milford, DE, encompassing approximately 165 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milford Senior High School's student population of 1,271 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Milford Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milford Senior High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#134 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
27%
31%
White
41%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milford Senior High School's ranking?
Milford Senior High School is ranked #134 out of 199 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milford Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Milford Senior High School is 84%, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Milford Senior High School?
1,271 students attend Milford Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Milford Senior High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milford Senior High School?
Milford Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Milford Senior High School offer ?
Milford Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milford Senior High School part of?
Milford Senior High School is part of Milford School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed - District Open
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
District Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
District Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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