Milton Area High School is a rural/suburban public high school located at 700 Mahoning Street, Milton, Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. It is the sole high school operated by the Milton Area School District. In 2013, the Milton Area High School reported an enrollment of 669 pupils in grades 9th through 12th.
Serving 613 students in grades 9-12, Milton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Milton High School's student population of 613 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Milton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#868 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Black Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton High School's ranking?
Milton High School is ranked #868 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Milton High School often compared to?
Milton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrior Run Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milton High School?
The graduation rate of Milton High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Milton High School?
613 students attend Milton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Milton High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milton High School?
Milton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milton High School offer ?
Milton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milton High School part of?
Milton High School is part of Milton Area School District.
School Reviews
3 8/28/2021
This school dosent teach the right curriculum on how you should learn and how to operate in the real world I love this school as I grew up here I began to realize how this school''s curriculum has affected many students.
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