For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,064 students in Milton, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in Milton, WV are Milton Middle School and Milton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Milton, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Milton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Milton, WV (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Milton Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Panther Trl
Milton, WV 25541
(304) 743-7308
Milton, WV 25541
(304) 743-7308
Gr: 6-8 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Milton Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
802 Newman's Branch Rd
Milton, WV 25541
(304) 743-7303
Milton, WV 25541
(304) 743-7303
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Milton, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in Milton, WV include Milton Middle School and Milton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Milton?
2 public schools are located in Milton.
What is the racial composition of students in Milton?
Milton public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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