Serving 1,106 students in grades 9-12, Milton High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Milton High School's student population of 1,106 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milton High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#59 out of 1631 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
17%
10%
White
67%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton High School's ranking?
Milton High School is ranked #59 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Milton High School often compared to?
Milton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milton High School?
The graduation rate of Milton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Milton High School?
1,106 students attend Milton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Milton High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milton High School?
Milton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Milton High School offer ?
Milton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Milton High School part of?
Milton High School is part of Milton School District.
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