Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Milton School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Milton School serves the entire district of Rye, NY, within an attendance zone that spans approximately 9.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest corner of the zone being about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Milton School's student population of 320 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Milton Lion, always a Milton Lion!
School Rankings
Milton School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
84%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton School's ranking?
Milton School is ranked #62 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Milton School often compared to?
Milton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midland School, Osborn School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Milton School?
320 students attend Milton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Milton School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milton School?
Milton School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Milton School offer ?
Milton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milton School part of?
Milton School is part of Rye City School District.
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