Serving 394 students in grades 9-12, Milton Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Milton Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire Milton school district, encompassing approximately 60.9 square miles. The zone typically features a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the edge and extending up to 8.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milton Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Milton Senior High School's student population of 394 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Milton Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton Senior High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#105 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
82%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton Senior High School's ranking?
Milton Senior High School is ranked #105 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Milton Senior High School often compared to?
Milton Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colchester High School, Mt. Mansfield Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milton Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Milton Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 82%.
How many students attend Milton Senior High School?
394 students attend Milton Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Milton Senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 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 Senior High School?
Milton Senior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Milton Senior High School offer ?
Milton Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milton Senior High School part of?
Milton Senior High School is part of Milton School District.
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