Serving 1,324 students in grades 9-12, Milford Mill Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milford Mill Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Milford Mill Academy's student population of 1,324 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milford Mill Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milford Mill Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
87%
33%
White
1%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milford Mill Academy's ranking?
Milford Mill Academy is ranked #812 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Milford Mill Academy often compared to?
Milford Mill Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milford Mill Academy?
The graduation rate of Milford Mill Academy is 88%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Milford Mill Academy?
1,324 students attend Milford Mill Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Milford Mill Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milford Mill Academy?
Milford Mill Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Milford Mill Academy offer ?
Milford Mill Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Milford Mill Academy part of?
Milford Mill Academy is part of Baltimore County School District.
In what neighborhood is Milford Mill Academy located?
Milford Mill Academy is located in the Windsor Mill neighborhood of Gwynn Oak, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Windsor Mill.
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