Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Milton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Milton Elementary School's student population of 659 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Milton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton Elementary School is 0.24, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#197 out of 283 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
87%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton Elementary School's ranking?
Milton Elementary School is ranked #197 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Milton Elementary School?
659 students attend Milton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Milton Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milton Elementary School?
Milton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Milton Elementary School offer ?
Milton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milton Elementary School part of?
Milton Elementary School is part of Milton School District.
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