Serving 401 students in grades 5-8, Milton Middle 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 14% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milton Middle School's student population of 401 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Milton Middle 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 Middle School is 0.21, which is less 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
#254 out of 283 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
89%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Milton Middle School is ranked #254 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Milton Middle School?
401 students attend Milton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Milton Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milton Middle School?
Milton Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Milton Middle School offer ?
Milton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milton Middle School part of?
Milton Middle School is part of Milton School District.
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