Serving 261 students in grades 6-8, Milner Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Milner Elementary School serves the northeast part of Hartford, CT, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milner Middle School's student population of 261 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Milner Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milner Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#929 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
68%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milner Middle School's ranking?
Milner Middle School is ranked #929 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Milner Middle School?
261 students attend Milner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Milner Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milner Middle School?
Milner Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Milner Middle School offer ?
Milner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milner Middle School part of?
Milner Middle School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Milner Middle School located?
Milner Middle School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Northeast.
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