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 445 students in grades 6-8, Milton Area Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milton Area Middle School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Milton Area Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton Area Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1582 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
79%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Milton Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Black Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton Area Middle School's ranking?
Milton Area Middle School is ranked #1582 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Milton Area Middle School often compared to?
Milton Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton High School, James F Baugher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Milton Area Middle School?
445 students attend Milton Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Milton Area Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milton Area Middle School?
Milton Area Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milton Area Middle School offer ?
Milton Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milton Area Middle School part of?
Milton Area Middle School is part of Milton Area School District.
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