Serving 556 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Milton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Milton Elementary School's student population of 556 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milton Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#27 out of 201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
10%
31%
White
57%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milton Elementary School's ranking?
Milton Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Milton Elementary School often compared to?
Milton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H. O. Brittingham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Milton Elementary School?
556 students attend Milton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Milton Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milton Elementary School?
Milton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Milton Elementary School offer ?
Milton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Milton Elementary School part of?
Milton Elementary School is part of Cape Henlopen School District.
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