Best Schools in Milford, New Hampshire
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Milford by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Milford High School
High · Milford School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Milford Middle School
Middle · Milford School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Heron Pond Elementary School
Elementary · Milford School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Milford for 2026 are Milford High School (7.2/10), Milford Middle School (5.3/10), and Heron Pond Elementary School (5.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$363,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$363,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Milford
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Milford High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Milford Middle School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Heron Pond Elementary School | 5.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $94,514
- Median home value
- $363,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Milford compares
New Hampshire rank
#43 of 74
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below New Hampshire avg (6.2)
Median household income
$95k
97% of New Hampshire median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Milford, New Hampshire
Milford, New Hampshire is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Milford show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Milford is Milford High School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Milford is served by 1 school district: Milford School District. These districts collectively serve 2,015 students.
Milford's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,514. The poverty rate in the area is 4.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 275 students · Kindergarten–1st | 6.6 |
| 2 | 556 students · 2nd–5th | 5.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 448 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 685 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.2 |
Schools in Milford
Milford, New Hampshire · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$94,514
Median Home Value
$363,500
Median Rent
$1,569/mo
Population
16,258
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Community Profile
Milford has a median household income of $94,514. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $363,500, with a median rent of $1,569/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Hampshire
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Milford, New Hampshire
How many schools are in Milford, New Hampshire?
Milford has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Milford, New Hampshire?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Milford is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Milford, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked school in Milford on MySchoolScout is Milford High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Milford, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked elementary school in Milford on MySchoolScout is Heron Pond Elementary School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Milford, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked middle school in Milford on MySchoolScout is Milford Middle School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Milford, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked high school in Milford on MySchoolScout is Milford High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Milford, New Hampshire?
Milford is served by 1 school district: Milford School District.
What is the education level in Milford, New Hampshire?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Milford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Milford, New Hampshire?
The median household income in Milford is approximately $94,514 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Milford, New Hampshire?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Milford is 10.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Milford, New Hampshire?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Hampshire Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.