Serving 1,279 students in grades 9-12, Milford Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milford Senior High School's student population of 1,279 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milford Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milford Senior High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#126 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
25%
31%
White
44%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milford Senior High School's ranking?
Milford Senior High School is ranked #126 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milford Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Milford Senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Milford Senior High School?
1,279 students attend Milford Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Milford Senior High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milford Senior High School?
Milford Senior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Milford Senior High School offer ?
Milford Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Milford Senior High School part of?
Milford Senior High School is part of Milford School District.
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