Serving 1,083 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 42%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,083 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Milton High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Milton school district, covering approximately 13.3 square miles. Most areas within the zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge located 3.6 miles away.
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Milton High School's student population of 1,083 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,083 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milton High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#64 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcat
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 #64 out of 1,626 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 42% 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 97%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Milton High School?
1,083 students attend Milton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Milton High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% 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 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Milton High School offer ?
Milton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milton High School part of?
Milton High School is part of Milton School District.
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