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Milford High

High School · Milford

31 West Fountain Street, Milford, MA 01757

Enrollment

1,297

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Milford

#3 of 6

public schools

Massachusetts high schools

#260 of 366

In district

#3 of 6

Milford

Academic performance

7.5 / 10

Very strong

About Milford High

Milford High serves 1,297 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 11.4 to 1, supported by 114 full-time equivalent teachers. The school ranks #560 out of 1,796 Massachusetts high schools, placing it in the 69th percentile statewide with a MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. Academically, Milford High shows solid performance in English Language Arts, with 61% of students achieving proficiency or above across grade levels.

Mathematics presents an area with room for growth, as 34% of students demonstrate proficiency or above. These results reflect the school's ongoing focus on student development and academic support. The school draws from a stable suburban community where the median household income reaches $93,100 and the median home value stands at $403,300.

About one-third of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate remains relatively low at 9.3% among the ZIP code's 30,411 residents. Located at 31 West Fountain Street, Milford High operates as a regular public school in Worcester County's large suburban setting, serving families who value the combination of small-town community feel with access to broader regional opportunities.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-2.7 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34%
Reading/ELA Proficiency61%
Math vs. State Avg-11.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9 pts
Overall Proficiency48%
Expected (poverty-adj.)42%
vs. Expected+5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
College Readiness5.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation19.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,853

Milford High — Students at Milford High score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.0%
School
State
52.0%
ELA Proficiency 56.8%
School
State
59.6%

Based on 22 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
48.5%
ELA
58.5%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
61%
2023
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
34%
ELA
48%
2025
Math
32%
ELA
42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Milford High Compares

See how Milford High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in MA
Academic
7.5/10
7.5/10
Growth
4.0/10
Below average
Environment
5.8/10
Above average

Location

31 West Fountain Street, Milford, MA 01757

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Milford High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hopkinton High (rated 8.1/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Hopkinton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hopedale Jr Sr High (rated 4.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hopedale), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Milford, see our Milford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Shining Star Early Childhood Center Milford 0.0 mi 5.4
Brookside Milford 0.3 mi 6.1
Woodland Milford 0.7 mi 4.5
Park Street School Hopedale 0.9 mi 5.1
Memorial Milford 0.8 mi 6.1
Stacy Middle Milford 0.9 mi 3.7
Memorial Hopedale 1.2 mi 4.5
Hopedale Jr Sr High Hopedale 1.4 mi 4.8
EVERGREEN CENTER Milford 2.1 mi 7.9
Miscoe Hill School Mendon 2.3 mi 6.0
Henry P Clough Mendon 2.9 mi 6.1
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Milford 2.4 mi
BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mendon 3.7 mi 6.0
Hopkins Elementary School Hopkinton 4.6 mi 7.8
Marathon Elementary School Hopkinton 4.7 mi 4.8
Hopkinton High Hopkinton 4.9 mi 8.1
Hopkinton Middle School Hopkinton 4.9 mi 7.7
Hopkinton Pre-School Hopkinton 4.9 mi 5.3
Elmwood Hopkinton 5.3 mi 6.9
Memorial School Upton 4.3 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01757 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,951

Median Home Value

$444,100

Median Rent

$1,702/mo

Population

30,473

College Educated

33.9%

Homeownership

68.4%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

39.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Milford High has a median household income of $92,951. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $444,100, with a median rent of $1,702/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Ashland High Ashland, MA 5.7
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough, MA 5.7
Beverly High Beverly, MA 5.7
John J Duggan Academy Springfield, MA 5.7
Medford High Medford, MA 5.7
Plymouth North High Plymouth, MA 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Milford High

What grades does Milford High serve?

Milford High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Milford High?

Milford High has an enrollment of approximately 1,297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Milford High?

The student-teacher ratio at Milford High is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Milford High rank in MA?

Milford High is ranked #1142 out of 1,791 schools in MA.

What is Milford High's MySchoolScout rating?

Milford High has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Milford High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Milford High has 40.0% math proficiency and 56.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Milford High a charter school?

No, Milford High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Milford High a Title I school?

No, Milford High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,195/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Milford). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,297
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
114
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Milford
District Enrollment
4,413
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,908
District Rank
#3 of 6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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