Serving 1,074 students in grades 9-12, Milton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,074 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Milton High School's student population of 1,074 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,074 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1439 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
1%
9%
White
89%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton High School's ranking?
Milton High School is ranked #1439 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Milton High School often compared to?
Milton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker High School, Craig High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI 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 Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Milton High School?
1,074 students attend Milton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Milton High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milton High School?
Milton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
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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