Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Milton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milton Elementary School's student population of 625 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
625 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Milton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#241 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
3%
3%
White
87%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Milton School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton Elementary School's ranking?
Milton Elementary School is ranked #241 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Milton Elementary School?
625 students attend Milton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Milton Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milton Elementary School?
Milton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Milton Elementary School offer ?
Milton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milton Elementary School part of?
Milton Elementary School is part of Milton School District.
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